Enanthate
Enanthate
Enanthate (pronounced: en-an-thate) is a term commonly used in the field of Pharmacology and Medicine. It refers to an ester of Enanthic Acid, also known as heptanoic acid.
Etymology
The term 'Enanthate' is derived from the Greek word 'enan', meaning 'in', and 'thate', which is a suffix used in organic chemistry to denote an ester of a particular acid. In this case, it refers to an ester of enanthic acid.
Usage
Enanthate is often used in the formulation of certain drugs, particularly Anabolic Steroids such as Testosterone Enanthate. These drugs are commonly used in the treatment of conditions such as Hypogonadism and certain forms of Breast Cancer.
Related Terms
- Ester: A compound produced by the reaction between an acid and an alcohol.
- Enanthic Acid: A seven-carbon saturated fatty acid, also known as heptanoic acid.
- Testosterone Enanthate: An anabolic steroid used in the treatment of low testosterone levels.
- Anabolic Steroids: Synthetic substances similar to the male hormone testosterone.
- Hypogonadism: A condition in which the body doesn't produce enough testosterone.
- Breast Cancer: A type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Enanthate
- Wikipedia's article - Enanthate
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