List of androgen esters

Androgen esters are a group of compounds that are derived from androgens, a type of hormone that plays a role in male traits and reproductive activity. They are formed by esterification of androgens with certain acids. This article provides a list of androgen esters, their properties, and their uses.

List of Androgen Esters

1. Testosterone enanthate: This is one of the most commonly used androgen esters. It is used in testosterone replacement therapy to treat men who have low or no testosterone.

2. Testosterone cypionate: This is another commonly used androgen ester. It is used to treat symptoms of low testosterone in men when the body does not make any testosterone or not enough testosterone.

3. Testosterone propionate: This is a slower releasing anabolic steroid with a short half-life. It is used in testosterone replacement therapy and for treating breast cancer in women.

4. Testosterone undecanoate: This is an androgen and anabolic steroid medication which is used mainly in the treatment of low testosterone levels in men.

5. Nandrolone decanoate: This is an androgen and anabolic steroid medication which is used to treat anemia caused by kidney problems.

6. Nandrolone phenylpropionate: This is an androgen and anabolic steroid medication which is used to treat various conditions like severe burns, chronic kidney disease, and osteoporosis.

7. Boldenone undecylenate: This is an androgen and anabolic steroid medication which is used in veterinary medicine, primarily in horses.

See Also

• Androgen
• Ester
• Anabolic steroid
• Testosterone replacement therapy

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