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Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa

Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa is a Gonadotropin; recombinant FSH Small molecule drug developed by Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Infertility in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART), Anovulation and ovulatory dysfunction in women.

Follitropin alfa is a recombinant human follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) that stimulates ovarian follicle development and estrogen production in women.

Follitropin alfa is a recombinant human follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) that stimulates ovarian follicle development and estrogen production in women. Used for Infertility in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART), Anovulation and ovulatory dysfunction in women.

At a glance

Generic namePlacebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa
SponsorChangchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Drug classGonadotropin; recombinant FSH
TargetFSH receptor (FSHR)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaReproductive/Fertility
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Follitropin alfa mimics endogenous FSH by binding to FSH receptors on granulosa cells of ovarian follicles, promoting follicle growth, maturation, and increased estrogen secretion. This is used in assisted reproductive technology to induce controlled ovarian hyperstimulation, enabling retrieval of multiple oocytes for in vitro fertilization or other fertility treatments.

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Frequently asked questions about Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa

What is Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa?

Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa is a Gonadotropin; recombinant FSH drug developed by Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., indicated for Infertility in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART), Anovulation and ovulatory dysfunction in women.

How does Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa work?

Follitropin alfa is a recombinant human follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) that stimulates ovarian follicle development and estrogen production in women.

What is Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa used for?

Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa is indicated for Infertility in women undergoing assisted reproductive technology (ART), Anovulation and ovulatory dysfunction in women.

Who makes Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa?

Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa is developed by Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (see full Changchun GeneScience Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. pipeline at /company/changchun-genescience-pharmaceutical-co-ltd).

What drug class is Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa in?

Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa belongs to the Gonadotropin; recombinant FSH class. See all Gonadotropin; recombinant FSH drugs at /class/gonadotropin-recombinant-fsh.

What development phase is Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa in?

Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa?

Common side effects of Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa include Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), Headache, Injection site reactions, Abdominal pain/bloating, Nausea.

What does Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa target?

Placebo RecFSH / follitropin alfa targets FSH receptor (FSHR) and is a Gonadotropin; recombinant FSH.

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