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GHRH Agonists

Meaning

A class of synthetic peptide compounds that act as agonists, meaning they bind to and activate the Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone (GHRH) receptor in the anterior pituitary gland. By stimulating this receptor, these agents prompt the pulsatile and physiological release of endogenous Growth Hormone (GH) from the pituitary gland. Clinically, GHRH agonists are utilized to enhance the body’s natural production of GH, which is vital for tissue repair, metabolic regulation, and maintaining lean body mass.