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Histrelin
Performance & EnduranceGnRH agonist implant for prostate cancer and precocious puberty, year-long subcutaneous implant.
Key Benefits
- ✓Year-long implant
- ✓Prostate cancer treatment
- ✓Treats precocious puberty
- ✓Once-yearly administration
- ✓Continuous drug delivery
Dosing Information
Dosage Range
50-65 mg implant
Frequency
Once yearly
Typical Duration
Ongoing yearly replacement
Detailed Protocol
Implanted subcutaneously in upper arm. Lasts 12 months then replaced. Requires minor surgical procedure for insertion and removal. Medical procedure.
About Histrelin
Histrelin (Vantas, Supprelin LA) is a synthetic GnRH agonist available as a subcutaneous implant lasting 12 months. Causes testosterone suppression after initial flare. FDA-approved for prostate cancer and central precocious puberty.
Research Notes
FDA-approved for prostate cancer (Vantas) and precocious puberty (Supprelin LA). Unique 12-month implant provides superior compliance. Requires minor surgical procedure.
Potential Side Effects
- •Initial testosterone flare
- •Hot flashes
- •Implant site reactions
- •Decreased libido
- •Fatigue
- •Requires implantation procedure
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