Target Solvent
Bacteriostatic Water (0.9% Benzyl Alcohol)
Store refrigerated
Validated Laboratory Standard
Revision 1 · Lyophilized Solid Powder
Long-Acting GLP-1 Receptor Agonist IgG4-Fc Fusion Protein. Formulated for in-vitro research and laboratory analytical validation.
Long-Acting GLP-1 Receptor Agonist IgG4-Fc Fusion Protein. Formulated for in-vitro research and laboratory analytical validation.
Dulaglutide is a long-acting recombinant human glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist engineered as a covalent dimer fused to an Fc fragment of modified human IgG4. The Fc fusion prevents renal filtration and endopeptidase DPP-4 degradation, imparting a terminal half-life of approximately 5 days (120 hours). This benchmark pharmacological tool allows precise weekly incretin pathway modulation in rodent and mammalian metabolic disease investigations.
Target Solvent
Bacteriostatic Water (0.9% Benzyl Alcohol)
Store refrigerated
Diluent Ratio
2 mL per 10 mg (5 mg/mL)
Slow laminar stream against vial wall; avoid shaking to prevent protein foaming.
Lyophilized Storage
Store at -20°C.
Desiccated and protected from thermal spikes
Liquid Stability
Store at 2°C–8°C.
Refrigerated and light-protected
Pharmacokinetics / Half-Life
~120 Hours (5 Days)
Typical protocol duration: 12 to 24 Weeks; Washout: 4 to 6 Weeks
| Standard Compound Mass | 10 mg active per vial |
| Recommended Diluent | Bacteriostatic Water (0.9% Benzyl Alcohol) |
| Diluent Volume Added | 2.0 mL |
| Resulting Concentration | 5.0 mg/mL |
| Syringe Volumetric Scale | U-100 Syringe (100 units = 1.0 mL | 1 unit = 50.0 mcg (0.01 mL)) |
Integrated reconstitution calculator and calibrated volumetric micro-plunger simulation.
Benchmark protocols from peer-reviewed clinical trials & institutional investigational programs.
| Escalation Stage & Phase | Target Dose | U-100 Mark (10mg / 2.0mL) | Cadence | Syringe Sync |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-Vitro Assay Titration Schedule (Weeks 1–4) | 750 mcg | 15.0 Units(0.15 mL) | 1x Daily | |
| In-Vitro Assay Titration Schedule (Weeks 5–8) | 1.5 mg | 30.0 Units(0.30 mL) | 1x Daily | |
| In-Vitro Assay Titration Schedule (Weeks 9+) | 3 mg | 60.0 Units(0.60 mL) | 1x Daily |
| Research Dose | Volume (mL) | U-100 Syringe Graduation Mark |
|---|---|---|
| 750 mcg | 0.15 mL | 15 Units 15 units |
| 1,500 mcg | 0.30 mL | 30 Units 30 units |
| 3,000 mcg | 0.60 mL | 60 Units 60 units |
| Research Dose | Calibrated Volume | U-100 Syringe Units | Graduation Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 750 mcg | 0.15 mL (150 µL) | 15 Units | 15 units |
| 1,500 mcg | 0.3 mL (300 µL) | 30 Units | 30 units |
| 3,000 mcg | 0.6 mL (600 µL) | 60 Units | 60 units |
| Vial Net Mass | BAC Water | Concentration | 2.5 mg Dose | 5.0 mg Dose | 7.5 mg Dose | 10.0 mg Dose | Recommended Phase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mg Vial | 2.0 mL | 5.0 mg/mL | 50 units (0.50 mL) | 100 units (1.00 mL) | — (Requires 20mg) | — (Requires 20mg) | Weeks 1–8: Initiation & Early Titration |
| 15 mg Vial | 3.0 mL | 5.0 mg/mL | 50 units (0.50 mL) | 100 units (1.00 mL) | 150 units (1.50 mL) | — | Extended low-dose or intermediate titration |
| 20 mg Vial | 2.0 mL | 10.0 mg/mL | 25 units (0.25 mL) | 50 units (0.50 mL) | 75 units (0.75 mL) | 100 units (1.00 mL) | Weeks 9+: High-Dose Escalation |
| 30 mg Vial | 3.0 mL | 10.0 mg/mL | 25 units (0.25 mL) | 50 units (0.50 mL) | 75 units (0.75 mL) | 100 units (1.00 mL) | Weeks 13+: High-Dose Maintenance |
ISO 8537 Sterile Insulin Syringe Standard · Optical Meniscus Resolution & Volumetric Parallax Engineering
Detachable needles leave significant fluid trapped in the plastic hub collar. In peptide protocols, this causes substantial loss of active ingredient per administration.
| Barrel Capacity | Graduation Interval | Volume per Tick | Hub Dead-Space | Needle Spec | Suitability for 15 Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mL (30 Units)BEST FIT | 0.5 Unit | 5 µL (0.005 mL) | < 0.4 µL | 31G × 5/16" (8mm) Integrated Ultra-Fine | ✓ Accommodates 15 units |
| 0.5 mL (50 Units) | 1 Unit | 10 µL (0.010 mL) | < 0.8 µL | 30G–31G × 5/16" (8mm) Integrated | ✓ Accommodates 15 units |
| 1 mL (100 Units) | 2 Unit | 20 µL (0.020 mL) | < 2.1 µL | 29G–30G × 1/2" (12.7mm) Integrated | ✓ Accommodates 15 units |
Viewing the syringe from an angle introduces a 1.0–2.5 unit parallax error. Always raise the barrel to direct eye level against a high-contrast white background. Align the front edge of the top black plunger seal ring with the target line.
Standard 5/16" (8mm) laboratory dispensing needles are calibrated for direct 90° fluid transfer into target analytical matrix vials. If utilizing 1/2" (12.7mm) cannulas in deep laboratory vessels, introduce at a 45° angle to avoid contact with vessel sidewalls.
Stoichiometric supply planning, sequential reconstitution cadence, and itemized consumables BOM for Dulaglutide.
Do NOT reconstitute all 3 vials simultaneously. Reconstitute one vial at a time as the active protocol requires. Once reconstituted with Bacteriostatic Water USP, a vial maintains stability for 28 days at +2°C to +8°C. Remaining unopened vials should be preserved in solid lyophilized cake form at -20°C to prevent hydrolysis and oxidation.
| Week | Study / Assay Phase | Weekly Target Dose | Syringe Draw (U-100) | Active Vial # | Cumulative Active Mass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Initiation (Weeks 1–4) | 750 mcg | 15 Units(0.15 mL) | Vial #1(9.25mg rem) | 0.8 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 2 | Initiation (Weeks 1–4) | 750 mcg | 15 Units(0.15 mL) | Vial #1(8.5mg rem) | 1.5 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 3 | Initiation (Weeks 1–4) | 750 mcg | 15 Units(0.15 mL) | Vial #1(7.75mg rem) | 2.3 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 4 | Initiation (Weeks 1–4) | 750 mcg | 15 Units(0.15 mL) | Vial #1(7mg rem) | 3.0 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 5 | Escalation (Weeks 5–8) | 1.5 mg | 30 Units(0.30 mL) | Vial #1(5.5mg rem) | 4.5 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 6 | Escalation (Weeks 5–8) | 1.5 mg | 30 Units(0.30 mL) | Vial #1(4mg rem) | 6.0 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 7 | Escalation (Weeks 5–8) | 1.5 mg | 30 Units(0.30 mL) | Vial #1(2.5mg rem) | 7.5 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 8 | Escalation (Weeks 5–8) | 1.5 mg | 30 Units(0.30 mL) | Vial #1(1mg rem) | 9.0 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 9 | High Maintenance (Weeks 9+) | 3.0 mg | 60 Units(0.60 mL) | Vial #2(7mg rem) | 12.0 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 10 | High Maintenance (Weeks 9+) | 3.0 mg | 60 Units(0.60 mL) | Vial #2(4mg rem) | 15.0 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 11 | High Maintenance (Weeks 9+) | 3.0 mg | 60 Units(0.60 mL) | Vial #2(1mg rem) | 18.0 mg / 21.0 mg |
| Week 12 | High Maintenance (Weeks 9+) | 3.0 mg | 60 Units(0.60 mL) | Vial #3(7mg rem) | 21.0 mg / 21.0 mg |
Study duration: 12 to 24 Weeks · Washout: 4 to 6 Weeks
| Period / Phase | Target Amount | Frequency | Notes & Calibration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weeks 1–4Starting Baseline | 750 mcg | Weekly | Initiation: Incretin tolerability titration (15 units on U-100 syringe) |
| Weeks 5–8 | 1.5 mg | Weekly | Escalation: Steady-state glucose regulation (30 units on U-100 syringe) |
| Weeks 9+ | 3 mg | Weekly | High Maintenance: Maximal glycemic & weight endpoints (60 units on U-100 syringe) |
4-phase stability timeline, RP-HPLC degradation benchmarks, and storage SOPs for Dulaglutide
Operating Window: +2°C to +8°C (36°F to 46°F)
Active working solution dissolved in Bacteriostatic Water USP (0.9% Benzyl Alcohol).
| Storage Condition | Temperature Boundary | Physical Form | Valid Duration | Degradation Mechanism |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️Deep Freeze Cryo-Archive | -20°C | Lyophilized Solid | 24 to 36 Months | Negligible (<0.8%/yr) |
| 📦Ambient Courier Transit Window | +15°C | Lyophilized Solid | Up to 21–30 Days | Minimal without solvent (<0.5%) |
| 💧Reconstituted Refrigerated Storage (2°C–8°C) | +2°C | Reconstituted Solution | 28 to 35 Days | Gradual deamidation >28 days |
| 🚫Critical Degradation Thresholds | >37°C | Degradation Hazard | Immediate Degradation Hazard | Rapid peptide cleavage & aggregation |
Slow laminar stream against vial wall; avoid shaking to prevent protein foaming.
Dulaglutide displays an estimated half-life of ~120 Hours (5 Days). Typical study protocols run for 12 to 24 Weeks followed by a washout period of 4 to 6 Weeks.
High-purity lyophilized laboratory reference formulation with certified Certificate of Analysis (COA).
Standard Lyophilized Monograph
Long-Acting GLP-1 Receptor Agonist IgG4-Fc Fusion Protein. Formulated for in-vitro research and laboratory analytical validation.
Store desiccated at -20°C upon receipt. Reconstitute strictly in a certified laminar airflow hood utilizing sterile disposable instruments. Avoid direct exposure to UV or fluorescent radiation.
| Net Active Mass | Target Solvent | Diluent Volume | Resulting Concentration | Syringe Graduation Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mg Lyophilized Cake | Bacteriostatic Water USP (0.9% Benzyl Alcohol) | 2.0 mL | 5.00 mg/mL | 1 Unit = 50.0 mcg (0.01 mL) |
Swab vial septum with sterile 70% IPA pad. Inspect cake for vacuum seal integrity.
Introduce 2.0 mL solvent slowly down inner glass wall. Never spray directly on cake.
Swirl gently in horizontal circles until fully dissolved. Never shake or invert aggressively.
Rest at +2°C to +8°C for 10 minutes until solution is crystal clear before drawing.
| Phase | Target Active Dose | U-100 Syringe Graduation | Cadence & Pharmacological Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1–7 (Priming) | 750 mcg | 15.0 Units (0.150 mL) | Initial receptor priming; evaluate baseline physiological tolerance. |
| Weeks 2–4 (Saturation) | 1.1 mg | 22.5 Units (0.225 mL) | Target assay maintenance; peak neurotrophic / metabolic response. |
| Weeks 5–6 (Taper & Washout) | 750 mcg | 15.0 Units (0.150 mL) | Receptor consolidation prior to mandatory 4-week washout cycle. |
RP-HPLC / LC-MS In-Vitro Assay
Purity Spec: ≥ 98.0% Area
Research Use Only (RUO)
NOT EVALUATED OR APPROVED BY FDA