Promestriene
Promestriene
Promestriene (pronounced pro-mes-try-een) is a synthetic, non-steroidal estrogen that is used in medicine primarily for the treatment of menopausal symptoms.
Etymology
The term "Promestriene" is derived from the words "pro", meaning "before", and "estriene", referring to the estrogenic properties of the compound.
Usage
Promestriene is used in the treatment of menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and atrophy. It is also used in the treatment of vaginitis and vulvitis, conditions that cause inflammation and discomfort in the vaginal area.
Pharmacology
Promestriene works by replacing the natural estrogen that the body is no longer producing due to menopause. This helps to alleviate the symptoms associated with menopause and improve the overall quality of life for women undergoing this transition.
Related Terms
- Estrogen: A group of hormones that play an important role in the normal sexual and reproductive development in women.
- Menopause: The time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop; it is also called the "change of life."
- Vaginitis: Inflammation of the vagina that can result in discharge, itching, and pain.
- Vulvitis: Inflammation of the vulva, the external female genitalia.
See Also
- Hormone Replacement Therapy: The use of female hormones (estrogen and progesterone) to replace those the body no longer makes after menopause.
- Atrophy: The wasting away or decrease in size of an organ or tissue in the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Promestriene
- Wikipedia's article - Promestriene
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