Estriol acetate benzoate
Estriol Acetate Benzoate
Estriol Acetate Benzoate (pronunciation: es-trye-ol a-se-tate ben-zo-ate) is a synthetic, steroidal estrogen that is used in hormone therapy. It is a derivative of Estriol, one of the three main estrogens produced by the human body.
Etymology
The term "Estriol" is derived from the Greek word "oistros", meaning "gadfly" or "frenzy", and the suffix "-ol" indicating its status as a chemical alcohol. "Acetate" comes from "acetic acid", a compound discovered in the 18th century. "Benzoate" is derived from "benzoic acid", a compound first isolated from gum benzoin.
Usage
Estriol Acetate Benzoate is used in Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for menopausal symptoms and in the treatment of hormone-sensitive cancers. It is also used in veterinary medicine.
Related Terms
- Estrogen: A group of steroid hormones that promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics of the body.
- Hormone Therapy: A treatment method involving the administration of hormones to supplement a lack of naturally occurring hormones, or to substitute other hormones.
- Menopause: The time in most women's lives when menstrual periods stop permanently, and they are no longer able to bear children.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Estriol acetate benzoate
- Wikipedia's article - Estriol acetate benzoate
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