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tesamorelin F8

Development stage
Approved
Lead developer
Theratechnologies
Modality
Peptides
Administration
Subcutaneous
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Overview

Tesamorelin F8 is a new, concentrated formulation of the growth hormone-releasing factor analog tesamorelin. It is approved for reducing excess abdominal fat in adults with HIV-associated lipodystrophy. The F8 formulation offers significant improvements over previous versions by requiring only weekly reconstitution and less than half the injection volume per dose compared to earlier formulations. Tesamorelin acts as a growth hormone-releasing factor analog, stimulating endogenous growth hormone production from the pituitary gland to reduce visceral adipose tissue. The new formulation maintains bioequivalence and safety profile compared to prior versions but improves convenience and patient adherence due to simplified dosing[1][3][4][9].

Brand names
EGRIFTA WR
Other names
tesamorelin for injection (F8)Egrifta WRtesamorelin (F8)
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Targets

GHRHR (Growth hormone-releasing hormone receptor)

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