Methyltestosterone

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Methyltestosterone

Methyltestosterone (pronounced as meth-ill-tes-tos-ter-one) is a synthetic, orally active anabolic steroid used to treat testosterone deficiency in men. It has also been used to treat certain forms of breast cancer in women.

Etymology

The term "Methyltestosterone" is derived from the words "methyl", a prefix denoting the presence of a methyl group, and "testosterone", the primary male sex hormone. The addition of the methyl group at the 17th carbon position allows the substance to survive oral ingestion.

Usage

Methyltestosterone is used in androgen replacement therapy to treat conditions associated with a deficiency or absence of endogenous testosterone. It is also used to stimulate puberty in males with delayed puberty. In women, it has been used to treat certain forms of breast cancer.

Side Effects

Potential side effects of Methyltestosterone include androgenic effects such as acne and body hair growth, as well as estrogenic effects such as gynecomastia and fluid retention. It can also have adverse effects on the liver.

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