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Goserelin, Histrelin, Leuprolide & Triptorelin

VA Office of Research and Development · Phase 2 active Small molecule

Goserelin, Histrelin, Leuprolide, and Triptorelin are gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists that work by mimicking the action of natural GnRH to suppress the production of sex hormones.

Goserelin, Histrelin, Leuprolide, and Triptorelin are gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonists that work by mimicking the action of natural GnRH to suppress the production of sex hormones. Used for Prostate cancer, Endometriosis.

At a glance

Generic nameGoserelin, Histrelin, Leuprolide & Triptorelin
SponsorVA Office of Research and Development
Drug classGnRH agonist
TargetGnRH receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

By continuously stimulating the GnRH receptors, these drugs downregulate the production of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), leading to a decrease in sex hormone production. This mechanism is primarily used to treat hormone-sensitive cancers and conditions such as prostate cancer and endometriosis.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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