Vergelijking
Leuprorelin vs. Nafarelin
Twee peptiden naast elkaar — identiteit, bewijsbasis, juridische status en bekende bijwerkingen.
Identiteit
Categorie
Onderzoek (overig)
Onderzoek (overig)
CAS-nr.
53714-56-0
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Molecuulmassa
1209.4 g/mol
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Halfwaardetijd
3 h
geen gegevens
Sequentie
Pyr-His-Trp-Ser-Tyr-D-Leu-Leu-Arg-Pro-NHEtgeen gegevens
Werkingsmechanisme
Leuprorelin
Leuprorelin is a GnRH-receptor agonist. After binding to pituitary GnRH receptors, it first causes a transient surge in luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) release — the so-called flare. With continuous, non-pulsatile exposure the receptors are downregulated and desensitized, suppressing gonadotropin secretion and consequently lowering sex steroids (testosterone or estradiol) to low levels. This mechanism underlies the literature-described use in hormone-dependent conditions.
Nafarelin
Nafarelin is a potent GnRH agonist: after an initial stimulation ('flare'), continuous receptor occupancy leads to downregulation and thereby suppression of LH, FSH and the downstream sex hormones.
Bewijsbasis
Hoogste bewijs
Humane RCT
Humane RCT
Studies
4
0
waarvan bij mensen
4
0
Geregistreerde effecten
4
2
Openstaande tegenstrijdigheden
1
0
Gedocumenteerde bijwerkingen
3
1
Juridische status
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between Leuprorelin and Nafarelin?
- Leuprorelin is classified as "Onderzoek (overig)", while Nafarelin is classified as "Onderzoek (overig)". Leuprorelin: Leuprorelin (also leuprolide) is a synthetic nonapeptide analogue of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH/LHRH). It is an approved prescription medicine in several jurisdictions, including for advanced prostate cancer, endometriosis, uterine fibroids and central precocious puberty. This page neutrally summarizes the evidence base and legal status and is not a usage or dosing recommendation. Nafarelin: Nafarelin is a GnRH agonist and the only member of this class delivered as a nasal spray. It is approved for treating endometriosis and central precocious puberty. This page contrasts both neutrally and source-based — with no usage or dosing recommendation.
- Which peptide is better supported by science, Leuprorelin or Nafarelin?
- The highest available evidence level is "Humane RCT" for Leuprorelin and "Humane RCT" for Nafarelin. 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 Leuprorelin and Nafarelin in Germany and the United States?
- Duitsland: Leuprorelin — Op recept, Nafarelin — Op recept. Verenigde Staten: Leuprorelin — Op recept, Nafarelin — Op recept. These are factual summaries with source and review date on the individual pages.