cyproterone
Synonyms: cyproterone acetate
Abbreviations: CPA
Definition: An antiandrogen that in its acetate form (cyproterone acetate), also has progestational properties. It is used in the treatment of hypersexuality in males, as a palliative in prostatic carcinoma (prostate cancer.)(OMD) . A US brand is Androcur. Also known as Cyprostat. See hormone therapy.
For more information: See antiandrogen, acetate, progestational, palliative, hormone therapy.
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