Trestolone

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Trestolone

Trestolone, also known as 7α-methyl-19-nortestosterone (MENT), is a synthetic androgenic-anabolic steroid (AAS) and a derivative of nandrolone (19-nortestosterone). It is used in scientific research for its potential in male contraception and hormone replacement therapy.

Pronunciation

Trestolone is pronounced as "tress-toh-lone".

Etymology

The term "Trestolone" is derived from its chemical structure. The prefix "Tres" is derived from the word "testosterone", a hormone which Trestolone is closely related to. The suffix "olone" is a common suffix used in the nomenclature of steroids, indicating a ketone group at a specific position in the molecule.

Related Terms

  • Androgen: A type of hormone that plays a role in male traits and reproductive activity. Trestolone is a synthetic androgen.
  • Anabolic Steroid: A man-made substance that has similar effects to testosterone in the body. Trestolone is an anabolic steroid.
  • Nandrolone: An anabolic steroid. Trestolone is a derivative of nandrolone.
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy: A treatment to replace or supplement the hormones that the body is not making enough of. Trestolone is used in research for hormone replacement therapy.
  • Male Contraception: Methods of preventing pregnancy that are intended for use by men. Trestolone is used in research for male contraception.

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