Vergelijking
Goserelin vs. Kisspeptin-10
Twee peptiden naast elkaar — identiteit, bewijsbasis, juridische status en bekende bijwerkingen.
Identiteit
Categorie
Onderzoek (overig)
Onderzoek (overig)
CAS-nr.
65807-02-5
374675-21-5
Molecuulmassa
1269.43 g/mol
1302.44 g/mol
Halfwaardetijd
4.2 h
0.07 h
Sequentie
pGlu-His-Trp-Ser-Tyr-D-Ser(tBu)-Leu-Arg-Pro-Azgly-NH2H-Tyr-Asn-Trp-Asn-Ser-Phe-Gly-Leu-Arg-Phe-NH2Werkingsmechanisme
Goserelin
As a GnRH agonist, goserelin binds to the GnRH receptors of the pituitary gland. Initial stimulation transiently raises luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). With continuous receptor occupancy, however, the receptors become desensitized and down-regulated, which reduces LH and FSH secretion and consequently the production of testosterone or estrogen. This mechanistic relationship is documented in the pharmacological literature.
Kisspeptin-10
Kisspeptin-10 comprises the ten C-terminal amino acids sufficient for binding to the KISS1R receptor (also GPR54). KISS1R is a G-protein-coupled receptor expressed predominantly on GnRH neurons in the hypothalamus. Activation signals through the Gq/11-phospholipase C pathway to release gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), which in turn drives the pituitary to secrete luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Kisspeptin signaling is regarded as an indispensable trigger of puberty; inactivating mutations in KISS1R are associated with absent puberty (idiopathic hypogonadotropic hypogonadism). Beyond the reproductive axis, KISS1R expression is described in limbic brain regions, discussed as a possible mechanism for the effects on sexual and emotional processing observed in imaging studies.
Bewijsbasis
Hoogste bewijs
Humane RCT
Humane RCT
Studies
4
4
waarvan bij mensen
4
4
Geregistreerde effecten
3
4
Openstaande tegenstrijdigheden
1
1
Gedocumenteerde bijwerkingen
2
1
Juridische status
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between Goserelin and Kisspeptin-10?
- Goserelin is classified as "Onderzoek (overig)", while Kisspeptin-10 is classified as "Onderzoek (overig)". Goserelin: Goserelin is a synthetic decapeptide and an agonist of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH). The medical literature describes it as a hormonal agent that suppresses the release of sex hormones through sustained receptor stimulation. Regulatory-approved indications include prostate cancer, advanced breast cancer, endometriosis, and endometrial thinning, among others. Kisspeptin-10: Kisspeptin-10 is the shortest bioactive fragment (10 amino acids) of the endogenous neuropeptide kisspeptin, encoded by the KISS1 gene. It acts as an agonist at the KISS1R (GPR54) receptor and stimulates hypothalamic GnRH neurons, driving release of LH and FSH. Kisspeptin is a master switch of puberty and reproduction and is studied in humans, notably by the group of Waljit Dhillo (Imperial College London), in reproductive disorders and in sexual and emotional brain processing. It is not an approved drug. This page contrasts both neutrally and source-based — with no usage or dosing recommendation.
- Which peptide is better supported by science, Goserelin or Kisspeptin-10?
- The highest available evidence level is "Humane RCT" for Goserelin and "Humane RCT" for Kisspeptin-10. A higher evidence level means more robust data, but says nothing about suitability for an individual. The full body of evidence is on each peptide's own page.
- What is the legal status of Goserelin and Kisspeptin-10 in Germany and the United States?
- Duitsland: Goserelin — Op recept, Kisspeptin-10 — Niet goedgekeurd. Verenigde Staten: Goserelin — Op recept, Kisspeptin-10 — Alleen onderzoek. These are factual summaries with source and review date on the individual pages.