Droloxifene

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Droloxifene

Droloxifene (pronounced: dro-lox-i-fene) is a Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM) that is primarily used in the treatment of breast cancer. It is similar in function to tamoxifen, but has been found to have fewer side effects.

Etymology

The term "Droloxifene" is derived from the chemical name 2-(p-((Z)-4-Droloxyphenyl)-1,2-diphenyl-1-buten-1-yl)phenoxy)-N,N-dimethylethanamine. The prefix "Drolo" refers to the droloxyphenyl group in the chemical structure, while "xifene" is a common suffix used for drugs that act as estrogen receptor modulators.

Usage

Droloxifene is used primarily in the treatment of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer. It works by binding to the estrogen receptors in the cancer cells, thereby blocking the effects of estrogen and slowing the growth of the cancer.

Related Terms

  • Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM): A type of drug that acts on the estrogen receptors in the body. SERMs can either block or activate the effects of estrogen, depending on the specific tissue.
  • Breast Cancer: A type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. It is the most common cancer in women worldwide.
  • Tamoxifen: A SERM that is commonly used in the treatment of breast cancer. It is similar in function to droloxifene, but has been found to have more side effects.

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