Fluoxymesterone
Fluoxymesterone
Fluoxymesterone (pronounced as floo-ox-i-MES-te-rone) is a synthetic anabolic steroid that is used in the treatment of male hypogonadism and certain types of breast cancer in women.
Etymology
The term "Fluoxymesterone" is derived from its chemical structure. The prefix "Fluo-" refers to the presence of fluorine atoms in the molecule, "-oxy-" indicates the presence of oxygen, and "-mesterone" is a common suffix used in the nomenclature of steroids, indicating its relation to testosterone.
Usage
Fluoxymesterone is used medically to treat conditions related to low testosterone levels in males and certain types of breast cancer in females. It is also used by bodybuilders and athletes for its anabolic properties, although this is not a medically approved use.
Related Terms
- Anabolic Steroid: A synthetic substance related to male sex hormones (androgens). They promote the growth of skeletal muscle (anabolic effects) and the development of male sexual characteristics (androgenic effects).
- Hypogonadism: A condition in which the body doesn't produce enough testosterone.
- Testosterone: The primary sex hormone and anabolic steroid in males. In male humans, testosterone plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues such as testes and prostate.
- Breast Cancer: A type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts.
Side Effects
Like all medications, Fluoxymesterone can cause side effects. These may include acne, changes in sexual desire, and mood changes. More serious side effects can include liver problems, swelling of the body (edema), and high calcium levels in the blood.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fluoxymesterone
- Wikipedia's article - Fluoxymesterone
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