Proxalutamide
Proxalutamide
Proxalutamide (pronounced proks-al-yoo-ta-mide) is a nonsteroidal antiandrogen that is used in the treatment of prostate cancer and COVID-19. It is also known by its developmental code name GT0918.
Etymology
The term "Proxalutamide" is derived from the Latin roots 'prox', meaning 'near', and 'lutum', meaning 'mud'. This is in reference to the drug's ability to bind closely to androgen receptors, similar to how mud sticks closely to an object.
Usage
Proxalutamide is used primarily in the treatment of prostate cancer. It works by blocking the effects of androgens, male hormones, which can stimulate the growth of prostate cancer cells. It is also being studied for its potential use in treating COVID-19, due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Related Terms
- Androgen: A type of hormone that plays a role in male traits and reproductive activity. Proxalutamide works by blocking the effects of androgens.
- Prostate Cancer: A form of cancer that occurs in the prostate, a small walnut-shaped gland in men that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.
- COVID-19: An infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus. Proxalutamide is being studied for its potential use in treating COVID-19.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Proxalutamide
- Wikipedia's article - Proxalutamide
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