Lecirelin

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.