Desoxycorticosterone pivalate
Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate
Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate (pronunciation: de-soxy-cortico-sterone pi-valate) is a type of steroid used primarily in veterinary medicine. It is a mineralocorticoid that is used to treat Addison's disease in dogs.
Etymology
The term 'Desoxycorticosterone' is derived from the Greek words 'de' meaning 'without', 'oxy' meaning 'sharp' or 'acid', 'cortico' referring to the 'cortex' of the adrenal gland, and 'sterone' meaning 'steroid'. 'Pivalate' is derived from 'pivalic acid', a type of carboxylic acid.
Usage
Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate is used as a long-acting injectable replacement therapy for dogs suffering from Addison's disease, a condition where the adrenal glands do not produce enough hormones. It helps to regulate the balance of sodium and potassium in the body, which is crucial for normal function of the cells and organs.
Related Terms
- Steroid: A type of organic compound that is characterized by a specific structure of four cycloalkane rings.
- Mineralocorticoid: A class of steroids that help regulate the balance of salt and water in the body.
- Addison's disease: A disorder in which the adrenal glands do not produce sufficient steroid hormones.
- Carboxylic acid: An organic compound that contains a carboxyl group.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Desoxycorticosterone pivalate
- Wikipedia's article - Desoxycorticosterone pivalate
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