What are gonadotropins?

Gonadotropins are hormones that regulate the development of the vertebrate gonads and promote the formation and secretion of sex hormones. The most commonly used clinically is chorionic gonadotropin, a hormone that is elevated during pregnancy and is structured as a glycoprotein. Since chorionic gonadotropin has the same subunits in its molecular structure as luteinizing hormone, which is produced naturally in the body, it exerts a biological activity similar to luteinizing hormone, which acts mainly on the gonads and ovaries. That is why this medicine has clinical use in obstetrics and gynecology and pediatrics, diseases of the reproductive system. It can be used for excitation tests to determine testicular function in penile dysplasia, cryptorchidism, etc. It can also be used in the treatment of gynecological disorders such as infertility. Gonadotropins, unlike other glucocorticoids, are sex hormones that act only on the gonads and do not cause obesity but do not treat it either. Excessive use of chorionic gonadotropin in children can cause early epiphyseal closure and affect height. Gonadotropins are easily destroyed in the gastrointestinal tract, so they can only be used for injection therapy. Gonadotropin medications do not tolerate high temperatures and should be stored in the refrigerator. If you have a history of heart disease, epilepsy, asthma, or allergies, tell your doctor in advance of use.