Equilin

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Equilin

Equilin (pronounced: /ˈekwɪlɪn/) is a naturally occurring steroid found in the urine of pregnant mares. It is one of the components of Premarin, a drug used in hormone replacement therapy.

Etymology

The term "Equilin" is derived from the Latin word "Equus" meaning horse, and "lin" from the chemical compound ketone. It was named so because it was first isolated from the urine of pregnant mares.

Usage

Equilin is used in the production of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) drugs, specifically those used to treat symptoms of menopause in women. It is often combined with other estrogens in these medications.

Related Terms

  • Estrogen: A group of hormones that play an important role in the normal sexual and reproductive development in women. Equilin is a type of estrogen.
  • Premarin: A brand of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that contains equilin.
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): A treatment used to supplement the body with either estrogen alone or estrogen and progesterone in combination during and after menopause.

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