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Recombinant human Growth Hormone

University of Pennsylvania · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Recombinant human growth hormone binds to growth hormone receptors on target cells to stimulate growth, metabolism, and protein synthesis.

Recombinant human growth hormone binds to growth hormone receptors on target cells to stimulate growth, metabolism, and protein synthesis. Used for Growth hormone deficiency in children, Growth hormone deficiency in adults, Short stature due to growth hormone insufficiency.

At a glance

Generic nameRecombinant human Growth Hormone
Also known asSomatotropin, Genotropin(R), HGH, Saizen, r-hGH
SponsorUniversity of Pennsylvania
Drug classGrowth hormone replacement therapy
TargetGrowth hormone receptor (GHR)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaEndocrinology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

This recombinant protein mimics endogenous human growth hormone by activating the growth hormone receptor, a transmembrane receptor that triggers intracellular signaling cascades. This leads to increased insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) production, enhanced protein synthesis, lipolysis, and linear growth in children. The drug restores physiological growth hormone levels in deficient patients.

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