Peforelin

Products

Peforelin is commercially available as a solution for injection for animals. It has been approved in many countries since 2009.

Structure and properties

Peforelin is a synthetic analog of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) in which four amino acids have been exchanged.

Effects

Peforelin (ATCvet QH01CA) selectively stimulates the release of FSH and promotes follicular growth, leading to oestrus stimulation.

Indications

Oestrus stimulation in sows and gilts.