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lutropin alfa

lutropin alfa (LUVERIS) is a luteinizing hormone/choriogonadotropin receptor agonist. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

EMA: approved TGA: approved Genito-urinary system and sex hormones (G03) G03GA07
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Drug details — lutropin alfa
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Genito-urinary system and sex hormones (G03)
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Quick answer

lutropin alfa (LUVERIS) is a luteinizing hormone/choriogonadotropin receptor agonist. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

Key facts

INN lutropin alfa
Brand LUVERIS
Mechanism Luteinizing hormone/Choriogonadotropin receptor agonist
Target Lutropin-choriogonadotropic hormone receptor
Therapeutic class Genito-urinary system and sex hormones (G03)
ATC code G03GA07

Mechanism of action

Luteinizing hormone/Choriogonadotropin receptor agonist

Primary target: Lutropin-choriogonadotropic hormone receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved
TGA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. Luveris Phase 2 · Peking University Biologics · Infertility

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Frequently asked questions

What is lutropin alfa?

lutropin alfa (LUVERIS) is a luteinizing hormone/choriogonadotropin receptor agonist. Associated with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

What is the brand name for lutropin alfa?

LUVERIS is a marketed brand name for lutropin alfa. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.