Quinestradol

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Quinestradol

Quinestradol (pronounced: kwin-ES-tra-dol) is a synthetic estrogen that has been used in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and for the treatment of various estrogen-related conditions.

Etymology

The term "Quinestradol" is derived from the words "quin" (Latin for "five") and "estradiol", referring to the five-ring structure of the compound and its similarity to the natural hormone estradiol.

Usage

Quinestradol is primarily used in the treatment of menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and osteoporosis. It is also used in the treatment of certain types of breast cancer and prostate cancer.

Pharmacology

Quinestradol is a synthetic estrogen that binds to and activates the estrogen receptor, resulting in a range of physiological effects. It is metabolized in the liver and excreted in the urine.

Related Terms

  • Estrogen: A group of hormones that play an essential role in the growth and development of female sexual characteristics and the reproductive process.
  • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): A treatment for symptoms of menopause that involves the administration of estrogen and, in some cases, progesterone.
  • Menopause: The time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop; it is also called the "change of life."
  • Breast cancer: A type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts.
  • Prostate cancer: A type of cancer that occurs in the prostate — a small walnut-shaped gland in men that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.

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