What is Degarelix?
The short answer
Degarelix is a peptide, a short chain of amino acids. In the US, you need a prescription to get Degarelix.
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What it is
- Type
- GnRH antagonist (peptide)
- Also known as
- firmagon
Regulatory status
FDA-approved (Rx) How we label status
As of October 4, 2026, Degarelix is an FDA-approved prescription drug for advanced prostate cancer.
- Federal (FDA)
- Approved Rx (Firmagon NDA022201, 2008)
- 503A compounding
- Approved-drug component (not in any 503A category) (as of May 14, 2026)
References
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