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Drug profile · INN

cetrorelix

cetrorelix (CETROTIDE) is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonist. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

EMA: approved TGA: approved Systemic hormonal preparations (H01) H01CC02
Patents linked 0
Pipeline programs 2
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Drug details — cetrorelix
Class
Systemic hormonal preparations (H01)
Route
Patents
0
Programs
2
Data quality
0.83

Quick answer

cetrorelix (CETROTIDE) is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonist. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

Key facts

INN cetrorelix
Brand CETROTIDE
Mechanism Gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonist
Therapeutic class Systemic hormonal preparations (H01)
ATC code H01CC02

Mechanism of action

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonist

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved
TGA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. Cetrorelix Acetate Approved · United Therapeutics Europe · Infertility
  2. Generic cetrorelix acetate Unknown · NORTHWEST BIOTHERAPEUTICS · Infertility

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Frequently asked questions

What is cetrorelix?

cetrorelix (CETROTIDE) is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonist. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

What is the brand name for cetrorelix?

CETROTIDE is a marketed brand name for cetrorelix. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.