The present invention relates to an injectable formulation, a method for treating a
metabolic disease and an administration device. The injectable formulation comprises a
lipid matrix composition, a specific amount of a GLP-1
receptor agonist and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable
ion. Accordingly, upon contacting an aqueous fluid, the injectable formulation forms a depot exhibiting an
extended release of the GLP-1
receptor agonist in vivo or
in vitro. In the method for treating the
metabolic disease, the injectable formulation can be administered to a subject with a reduced
dosing frequency, and it is not necessary to store the injectable formulation for the next administration. For the administration device, the injectable formulation is filled in a
vial, a pre-filled
syringe or a pre-filled
cartridge. Therefore, the injectable formulation can be designed for a
single use, thereby enhancing convenience, compliance and adherence of a subject.