Hexestrol diphosphate
Hexestrol Diphosphate
Hexestrol Diphosphate (pronunciation: hex-est-rol di-phos-phate) is a synthetic, nonsteroidal estrogen that was formerly used in the treatment of menopausal and postmenopausal disorders. It is also known as Diphosphoester and Hexanoestrol Diphosphate.
Etymology
The term "Hexestrol" is derived from the Greek word "hex", meaning six, and "estrol", a term used to denote a group of hormones that promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics in the human body. The "diphosphate" part of the name refers to the presence of two phosphate groups in the chemical structure of the compound.
Usage
Hexestrol Diphosphate was primarily used as a form of hormone therapy for menopausal and postmenopausal women. It was also used in the treatment of certain types of breast cancer and prostate cancer. However, due to its potential side effects and the development of safer alternatives, it is no longer commonly used.
Side Effects
Potential side effects of Hexestrol Diphosphate include nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, and menstrual irregularities. Long-term use of the drug has been associated with an increased risk of endometrial cancer.
Related Terms
- Estrogen: A group of hormones that promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics in the human body.
- Hormone therapy: A treatment method that involves the use of hormones to treat certain medical conditions.
- Breast cancer: A type of cancer that develops from breast tissue.
- Prostate cancer: A type of cancer that occurs in the prostate, a small gland that produces seminal fluid in men.
- Endometrial cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus (endometrium).
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hexestrol diphosphate
- Wikipedia's article - Hexestrol diphosphate
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