Ingredient

Macimorelin Acetate

Masimorelin Acetate is a stimulant agent ingredient used in diagnostic tests for growth hormone deficiency.

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MFDS ingredient code M283779

What does it do?

Masimorelin Acetate is a synthetic peptide that stimulates the secretion of growth hormone. It is used in pharmaceuticals for stimulating tests to evaluate the presence of growth hormone deficiency. This ingredient helps induce the patient's growth hormone response, aiding in diagnosis.

Masimorelin Acetate acts to promote the secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland. This temporarily raises growth hormone levels, allowing the examiner to determine the possibility of growth hormone deficiency. In other words, it is used to assess the ability to secrete growth hormone.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike traditional growth hormone stimulants, Masimorelin Acetate can be administered orally, increasing the convenience of testing. Furthermore, it is characterized by having fewer side effects and shorter testing times compared to similar stimulant agents.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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