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Overview[edit]

Triptorelin is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRH agonist) used in the treatment of hormone-sensitive conditions such as prostate cancer, endometriosis, and precocious puberty. It is a synthetic decapeptide analog of the natural GnRH, which is involved in the regulation of the pituitary gland's secretion of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).

Mechanism of Action[edit]

Triptorelin acts by initially stimulating the release of LH and FSH from the pituitary gland, leading to a temporary increase in testosterone and estrogen levels. However, with continuous administration, it causes downregulation of the GnRH receptors in the pituitary, resulting in decreased secretion of LH and FSH. This leads to a significant reduction in the production of sex hormones, such as testosterone in men and estrogen in women, which is beneficial in treating hormone-sensitive conditions.

Clinical Uses[edit]

Triptorelin is primarily used in the management of:

Prostate cancer: By reducing testosterone levels, triptorelin helps in slowing the growth of hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.
Endometriosis: It alleviates symptoms by decreasing estrogen levels, which reduces the growth of endometrial tissue.
Precocious puberty: Triptorelin is used to delay the onset of puberty in children with this condition by suppressing the premature release of sex hormones.

Administration[edit]

Triptorelin is administered via intramuscular injection. The dosing schedule can vary depending on the condition being treated, with formulations available for monthly or quarterly administration.

Side Effects[edit]

Common side effects of triptorelin include:

Hot flashes
Decreased libido
Fatigue
Mood changes
Injection site reactions

In men, there may be an initial "flare" of symptoms due to the temporary increase in testosterone levels before they decrease.

Related Pages[edit]

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-{{Short description|A synthetic hormone used in medicine}}
+{{DISPLAYTITLE:Triptorelin}}
-{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-[[File:Triptorelin.svg|thumb|Chemical structure of triptorelin]]
+== Overview ==
-'''Triptorelin''' is a [[gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist]] (GnRH agonist) used in the treatment of hormone-sensitive conditions. It is a synthetic decapeptide analog of the natural [[gonadotropin-releasing hormone]] (GnRH). Triptorelin is primarily used in the management of [[prostate cancer]], [[endometriosis]], and [[precocious puberty]].
+[[File:Triptorelin.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Triptorelin]]
+'''Triptorelin''' is a [[gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist]] (GnRH agonist) used in the treatment of hormone-sensitive conditions such as [[prostate cancer]], [[endometriosis]], and [[precocious puberty]]. It is a synthetic decapeptide analog of the natural GnRH, which is involved in the regulation of the [[pituitary gland]]'s secretion of [[luteinizing hormone]] (LH) and [[follicle-stimulating hormone]] (FSH).
-==Medical uses==
+== Mechanism of Action ==
-Triptorelin is used in the treatment of several medical conditions:
+Triptorelin acts by initially stimulating the release of LH and FSH from the pituitary gland, leading to a temporary increase in [[testosterone]] and [[estrogen]] levels. However, with continuous administration, it causes downregulation of the GnRH receptors in the pituitary, resulting in decreased secretion of LH and FSH. This leads to a significant reduction in the production of sex hormones, such as testosterone in men and estrogen in women, which is beneficial in treating hormone-sensitive conditions.
-* '''Prostate cancer''': Triptorelin is used as part of [[androgen deprivation therapy]] to reduce the levels of [[testosterone]] in the body, which can help slow the growth of prostate cancer cells.
+== Clinical Uses ==
+Triptorelin is primarily used in the management of:
-* '''Endometriosis''': By suppressing the production of [[estrogen]], triptorelin can help alleviate the symptoms of endometriosis, a condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus.
+* [[Prostate cancer]]: By reducing testosterone levels, triptorelin helps in slowing the growth of hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.
+* [[Endometriosis]]: It alleviates symptoms by decreasing estrogen levels, which reduces the growth of endometrial tissue.
+* [[Precocious puberty]]: Triptorelin is used to delay the onset of puberty in children with this condition by suppressing the premature release of sex hormones.
-* '''Precocious puberty''': Triptorelin is used to delay early onset puberty in children by suppressing the release of [[gonadotropins]].
+== Administration ==
+Triptorelin is administered via [[intramuscular injection]]. The dosing schedule can vary depending on the condition being treated, with formulations available for monthly or quarterly administration.
-==Mechanism of action==
+== Side Effects ==
-Triptorelin acts as an agonist of the [[gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor]] (GnRHR). Initially, it stimulates the release of [[luteinizing hormone]] (LH) and [[follicle-stimulating hormone]] (FSH), leading to a temporary increase in [[sex hormone]] levels. However, with continuous administration, it causes downregulation of the GnRHR, resulting in decreased production of LH and FSH, and subsequently, a reduction in sex hormone levels.
+Common side effects of triptorelin include:
-==Side effects==
+* Hot flashes
-Common side effects of triptorelin include hot flashes, decreased libido, and mood changes. Long-term use can lead to [[osteoporosis]] due to decreased [[bone density]].
+* Decreased libido
+* Fatigue
+* Mood changes
+* Injection site reactions
-==Chemistry==
+In men, there may be an initial "flare" of symptoms due to the temporary increase in testosterone levels before they decrease.
-Triptorelin is a decapeptide with the sequence pGlu-His-Trp-Ser-Tyr-D-Trp-Leu-Arg-Pro-Gly-NH2. It is available in various formulations, including depot injections that provide sustained release of the drug over time.
-==History==
+== Related Pages ==
-Triptorelin was first synthesized in the 1970s and has been used clinically since the 1980s. It is marketed under various brand names, including Decapeptyl and Trelstar.
-==Related pages==
 * [[Gonadotropin-releasing hormone]]
+* [[Luteinizing hormone]]
+* [[Follicle-stimulating hormone]]
 * [[Prostate cancer]]
 * [[Endometriosis]]
 * [[Precocious puberty]]
-==References==
+[[Category:Hormonal agents]]
-{{Reflist}}
-[[Category:Hormones]]
 [[Category:Peptides]]
-[[Category:Prostate cancer treatments]]
+[[Category:Oncology]]
-[[Category:Endometriosis]]
-[[Category:Puberty]]