| Degarelix | LHRH agonist |
|---|---|
| Rapid testosterone suppression (~3days) | Prolonged suppression of testosterone (10-20days) |
| No initial testosterone flare | Initial testosterone flare |
| No microsurges of testosterone | Microsurges of testosterone with each injection |
| Complete FSH suppression | Partial FSH suppression |
| Monthly maintenance injection | 3-6 month maintenance injection schedule |
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