Goserelin Acetate
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Goserelin Acetate Definition
The acetate salt of a synthetic decapeptide analog of luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH). Continuous, prolonged administration of goserelin in males results in inhibition of pituitary gonadotropin secretion, leading to a significant decline in testosterone production; in females, prolonged administration results in a decrease in estradiol production. (NCI04)
Goserelin Acetate Synonyms
Goserelin Acetate, D-Ser(bu(t))(6)azgly(10)-LHRH Acetate, GOSERELIN ACETATE, ZDX, Zoladex
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