Cyproterone
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /saɪˈpɹoʊ.təˌɹoʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cyproterone is a noun meaning (pharmacology) A synthetic steroid C₂₂H₂₇ClO₃ that inhibits the action and secretion of testosterone by blocking the activity of androgen receptors.
Meaning
(pharmacology) A synthetic steroid C₂₂H₂₇ClO₃ that inhibits the action and secretion of testosterone by blocking the activity of androgen receptors.
Word Forms
- cyproterones
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include acetate, cyproheptadine, cloprostenol, cyprodenate, antiandrogen, cyclosporine.
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