Estradiol phenylpropionate
Estradiol phenylpropionate (pronunciation: es-tra-DYE-ol fen-il-PRO-pee-on-ate) is a steroid and estrogen that is used in hormone therapy. It is a type of estradiol ester, which means it is a prodrug of estradiol in the body. Estradiol phenylpropionate is used primarily in hormone replacement therapy for menopausal symptoms and in hormonal contraception.
Etymology
The term "Estradiol phenylpropionate" is derived from the names of its two components: "Estradiol", the primary female sex hormone, and "phenylpropionate", a type of ester. The term "estradiol" is derived from "estrus" (Latin for "gadfly" or "frenzy"), "di" (two), and "ol" (alcohol). "Phenylpropionate" is derived from "phenyl" (a type of aromatic ring) and "propionate" (a type of carboxylic acid ester).
Related Terms
- Estradiol: The primary female sex hormone.
- Estradiol ester: A prodrug of estradiol in the body.
- Hormone therapy: The use of hormones in medical treatment.
- Menopause: The time in most women's lives when menstrual periods stop permanently, and they are no longer able to bear children.
- Hormonal contraception: Birth control methods that act on the endocrine system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Estradiol phenylpropionate
- Wikipedia's article - Estradiol phenylpropionate
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