Chorionic gonadotrophin (human) Other names: hCG

Active ingredient description

Human chorionic gonadotrophin stimulates the steroidogenesis in the gonads by virtue of a biological effect similar to that of LH (Luteinizing hormone, which is the same as interstitial cell stimulating hormone).

Medicine classification

This medicinal substance has been classified in the anatomical therapeutic chemical (ATC) classification according to its main therapeutic use as follows:

ATC code Group title Classification
G03GA01 Chorionic gonadotrophin G Genito urinary system and sex hormones → G03 Sex hormones and modulators of the genital system → G03G Gonadotropins and other ovulation stimulants → G03GA Gonadotropins
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Product monographs

Competent medicine agencies globally have authorized commercialization of this active ingredient according to these medication package inserts (MPIs):

Title Information Source Document Type  
PREGNYL 5000IU Powder for solution for injection Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (GB) MPI, EU: SmPC

3D molecular structure

3D representation of the active ingredient's molecular structure

External identifiers

CAS Substance: 9002-61-3
DrugBank Drug: DB09126
KEGG Drug: D06457
RxNorm Ingredient: 4986
UNII Identifier: 20ED16GHEB
CHORIONIC GONADOTROPIN

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