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Leuprolide Depot: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Leuprolide Depot, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
therapeutic-peptides-expanded peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Leuprolide Depot is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Leuprolide Depot |
| Sequence | 5-oxoPro-His-Trp-Ser-Tyr-D-Leu-Leu-Arg-Pro-NHEt |
| Length | 9 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1209 Da |
| Category | Oncology / GnRH Agonist |
Mechanism of Action
GnRH receptor agonist (initial stimulation then downregulation); sustained-release depot
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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