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Triptorelin Injection

Ottawa Hospital Research Institute · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Triptorelin injection is a synthetic decapeptide analogue of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) that acts as a potent agonist.

Triptorelin injection is a synthetic decapeptide analogue of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) that acts as a potent agonist. Used for Prostate cancer, Prepubertal central precocious puberty.

At a glance

Generic nameTriptorelin Injection
Also known asAndrogen Deprivation Therapy, Decapeptyl, Gonapeptyl
SponsorOttawa Hospital Research Institute
Drug classGnRH agonist
TargetGnRH receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

By binding to GnRH receptors in the pituitary gland, triptorelin injection triggers a cascade of downstream effects that ultimately lead to the suppression of gonadotropin secretion, resulting in decreased levels of sex hormones such as testosterone and estrogen. This mechanism is exploited to treat hormone-sensitive cancers and other conditions.

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Key clinical trials

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