Methyltestosterone 3-hexyl ether

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Methyltestosterone 3-hexyl ether

Methyltestosterone 3-hexyl ether (pronunciation: meth-ill-tes-tos-ter-one 3-hex-ill ee-ther) is a synthetic, orally active anabolic steroid and a derivative of testosterone. It is also known as 17α-methyltestosterone 3-hexyl ether.

Etymology

The term "Methyltestosterone" is derived from the words "methyl", which is a chemical term referring to a specific type of carbon atom, and "testosterone", which is a hormone that plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues. The "3-hexyl ether" part of the name refers to the chemical structure of the compound, indicating that it is an ether derivative of testosterone with a hexyl group attached at the 3-position.

Usage

Methyltestosterone 3-hexyl ether is used in scientific research as a reference standard in the analysis of its parent compound, methyltestosterone. It is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use.

Related Terms

  • Anabolic steroid: A synthetic steroid hormone which resembles testosterone in promoting the growth of muscle. Such hormones are used medicinally to treat some forms of weight loss and (illegally) by some athletes and others to enhance physical performance.
  • Testosterone: A steroid hormone that stimulates development of male secondary sexual characteristics, produced mainly in the testes, but also in the ovaries and adrenal cortex.
  • Methyltestosterone: A synthetic anabolic steroid used for promoting the growth of various bodily tissues. It is also used to treat chronic primary or secondary hypogonadism, and to manage postpartum breast pain and engorgement.

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