NCIt definition : A synthetic decapeptide agonist analog of luteinizing hormone releasing hormone (LHRH).
Possessing greater potency than endogenous LHRH, triptorelin reversibly represses
gonadotropin secretion. After chronic, continuous administration, this agent effects
sustained decreases in LH and FSH production and testicular and ovarian steroidogenesis.
Serum testosterone concentrations may fall to levels typically observed in surgically
castrated men. (NCI04);
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A drug that is used to treat advanced prostate cancer, and is being studied
in the treatment of breast cancer. It belongs to the family of hormonal drugs called
gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogs.;
UNII : 9081Y98W2V;
CAS number : 57773-63-4;
Molecule name : AY-25650; CL-118,532; AY 25650; CL 118532; CL-118532;