Estradiol hemisuccinate
Estradiol Hemisuccinate
Estradiol hemisuccinate (pronunciation: es-tra-DYE-ol hemi-SUK-sin-ate) is a steroid and estrogen derivative used in hormone therapy.
Etymology
The term "estradiol" is derived from estrus (Latin for "gadfly" or "frenzy") and diol (a chemical term denoting an alcohol with two hydroxyl groups). The term "hemisuccinate" is derived from hemi (Greek for "half") and succinate (a salt or ester of succinic acid).
Definition
Estradiol hemisuccinate is a water-soluble derivative of estradiol, one of the main sex hormones in females. It is often used in hormone therapy for menopausal symptoms or to treat conditions caused by low estrogen levels. It is also used in the treatment of prostate cancer in men.
Related Terms
- Estradiol: The parent hormone from which estradiol hemisuccinate is derived.
- Hormone therapy: The use of hormones in medical treatment.
- Menopause: The time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop; it is also called the "change of life."
- Prostate cancer: A form of cancer that develops in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Estradiol hemisuccinate
- Wikipedia's article - Estradiol hemisuccinate
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