Penmesterol
Penmesterol
Penmesterol (pronunciation: pen-mes-ter-ol) is a synthetic, steroidal estrogen that was never marketed. It is a member of the class of compounds known as estrogens.
Etymology
The term "Penmesterol" is derived from the words 'pen' and 'mesterol'. The prefix 'pen' is a common prefix in chemical nomenclature, while 'mesterol' is a suffix often used in the naming of steroidal compounds.
Synthesis
Penmesterol is synthesized from estrone, a naturally occurring estrogen. The process involves the conversion of estrone into a 3-methoxy derivative, followed by a series of reactions to introduce the penmesterol side chain.
Pharmacology
As a synthetic estrogen, penmesterol has similar effects to natural estrogens in the body. It can bind to and activate the estrogen receptor, leading to a range of effects such as the development and maintenance of female secondary sexual characteristics, regulation of the menstrual cycle, and maintenance of pregnancy.
Related Terms
- Estrogen: A group of steroid hormones that promote the development and maintenance of female characteristics in the human body.
- Estrone: A naturally occurring estrogen used in the synthesis of penmesterol.
- Estrogen receptor: A group of proteins found inside cells, which are activated by the hormone estrogen.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Penmesterol
- Wikipedia's article - Penmesterol
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