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Mesterolone Cipionate[edit]

Mesterolone cipionate is a synthetic androgen and anabolic steroid (AAS) that is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism. It is an ester of mesterolone, which is a derivative of dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Mesterolone cipionate is administered via intramuscular injection and is known for its long-acting properties due to the cipionate ester.

Pharmacology[edit]

Mesterolone cipionate acts as an agonist of the androgen receptor, the biological target of androgens like testosterone and dihydrotestosterone. It promotes the development and maintenance of male secondary sexual characteristics and has anabolic effects, which include the growth of muscle and bone tissue.

Mechanism of Action[edit]

The mechanism of action of mesterolone cipionate involves binding to the androgen receptor, which then translocates into the cell nucleus and influences the transcription of specific genes. This results in the expression of proteins that mediate androgenic and anabolic effects.

Clinical Use[edit]

Mesterolone cipionate is primarily used in the treatment of male hypogonadism, a condition characterized by low levels of testosterone in the body. It helps in restoring normal testosterone levels, thereby alleviating symptoms such as fatigue, depression, and reduced libido.

Side Effects[edit]

As with other androgens and anabolic steroids, mesterolone cipionate can cause a range of side effects. These may include acne, oily skin, hair loss, and prostate enlargement. Long-term use can lead to liver damage and cardiovascular issues.

Administration[edit]

Mesterolone cipionate is administered via intramuscular injection, typically in the gluteal muscle. The dosage and frequency of administration depend on the individual's condition and response to treatment.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Mesterolone Cipionate''' is a synthetic [[androgen]] and [[anabolic steroid]] (AAS) which was never marketed. It is the [[Cipionate]] ester of [[Mesterolone]], which is itself a synthetic derivative of [[dihydrotestosterone]] (DHT).
+== Mesterolone Cipionate ==
-==Pharmacology==
+[[File:Mesterolone_cipionate.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Mesterolone Cipionate]]
-As an [[AAS]], Mesterolone Cipionate is an [[agonist]] of the [[androgen receptor]] (AR), the biological target of androgens like [[testosterone]] and DHT. It has strong [[androgenic]] effects and weak [[anabolic]] effects, as well as no [[estrogenic]] effects or risk of [[liver toxicity]].
-==Chemistry==
+'''Mesterolone cipionate''' is a synthetic [[androgen]] and [[anabolic steroid]] (AAS) that is used in the treatment of [[male hypogonadism]]. It is an ester of [[mesterolone]], which is a derivative of [[dihydrotestosterone]] (DHT). Mesterolone cipionate is administered via [[intramuscular injection]] and is known for its long-acting properties due to the cipionate ester.
-Mesterolone Cipionate, also known as 1α-methyl-5α-dihydrotestosterone 17β-cipionate or as 1α-methyl-5α-androstan-17β-ol-3-one 17β-cipionate, is a synthetic [[androstane]] steroid and a derivative of DHT. It is more specifically a derivative of [[Mesterolone]] (1α-methyl-DHT) where a [[Cipionate]] (cyclopentylpropionate) ester has been attached at the 17β position.
-==History==
+== Pharmacology ==
-Mesterolone Cipionate was first described in the scientific literature in 1971. It is one of a few AAS that have been synthesized with a Cipionate ester, others including [[Testosterone Cipionate]] and [[Nandrolone Cipionate]].
-==See also==
+Mesterolone cipionate acts as an [[agonist]] of the [[androgen receptor]], the biological target of [[androgens]] like [[testosterone]] and [[dihydrotestosterone]]. It promotes the development and maintenance of [[male secondary sexual characteristics]] and has [[anabolic]] effects, which include the growth of [[muscle]] and [[bone]] tissue.
-* [[List of androgen esters]]
-* [[List of androgens/anabolic steroids]]
-{{Anabolic steroids}}
+=== Mechanism of Action ===
-{{Androgens and anabolic steroids}}
-[[Category:Androgens]]
+The mechanism of action of mesterolone cipionate involves binding to the androgen receptor, which then translocates into the [[cell nucleus]] and influences the transcription of specific genes. This results in the expression of proteins that mediate androgenic and anabolic effects.
-[[Category:Anabolic steroids]]
-[[Category:Androstanes]]
+== Clinical Use ==
-[[Category:Prodrugs]]
-[[Category:Synthetic androgens]]
+Mesterolone cipionate is primarily used in the treatment of male hypogonadism, a condition characterized by low levels of [[testosterone]] in the body. It helps in restoring normal testosterone levels, thereby alleviating symptoms such as [[fatigue]], [[depression]], and [[reduced libido]].
-{{medicine-stub}}
+== Side Effects ==
+As with other [[androgens]] and [[anabolic steroids]], mesterolone cipionate can cause a range of side effects. These may include [[acne]], [[oily skin]], [[hair loss]], and [[prostate enlargement]]. Long-term use can lead to [[liver damage]] and [[cardiovascular issues]].
+== Administration ==
+Mesterolone cipionate is administered via intramuscular injection, typically in the [[gluteal muscle]]. The dosage and frequency of administration depend on the individual's condition and response to treatment.
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Androgen]]
+* [[Anabolic steroid]]
+* [[Hypogonadism]]
+* [[Testosterone]]
+* [[Dihydrotestosterone]]
+[[Category:Androgens and anabolic steroids]]
+[[Category:Hormonal agents]]