Methyltestosterone

//ˌmiː.θʌɪl.tɛˈstɒ.stə.ɹəʊn// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An anabolic steroid that is a methyl derivative of testosterone C₂₀H₃₀O₂, used to treat testosterone deficiency in men and breast cancer and menopause in women. uncountable

    "Tamoxifen, used to treat breast cancer, will be offered for $9 for a 30-day supply, as will combination estrogen/methyltestosterone tablets, prescribed for menopause and hormone deficiency."

  2. 2
    an androgenic compound contained in drugs that are used to treat testosterone deficiency and female breast cancer and to stimulate growth and weight gain wordnet

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"Tamoxifen, used to treat breast cancer, will be offered for $9 for a 30-day supply, as will combination estrogen/methyltestosterone tablets, prescribed for menopause and hormone deficiency."

Etymology

From methyl- + testosterone.

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