Products
Lecirelin is commercially available as an injectable solution for animals (Dalmarelin). It has been approved in many countries since 2010.
Structure
Lecirelin is a synthetically produced gonadotropin-releasing hormone.
Effects
Lecirelin (ATCvet QH01CA92) stimulates follicular maturation, ovulation, and subsequent formation of the corpus luteum.
Indications
In cattle for ovulation induction and treatment of follicular cysts, and in rabbits for ovulation induction and improvement of conception rate.