Female Hormones
This hormone is primarily responsible for regulating the menstrual cycle and is produced by the ovaries.
What is estrogen?
This primary male hormone is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics
What is testosterone?
This drug is commonly used to induce labor by stimulating uterine contractions.
What is oxytocin?
This non-hormonal drug is used to treat hot flashes in menopausal women.
What is gabapentin?
This drug class, including tadalafil and vardenafil, is used to treat erectile dysfunction.
What are phosphodiesterase inhibitors?
This type of therapy is used to alleviate symptoms of menopause by replacing hormones no longer produced by the ovaries.
What is hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?
This hormone, combined with testosterone, is being studied as a potential male contraceptive
What is progestin?
This class of drugs is used to delay preterm labor by relaxing the uterus.
What are tocolytics?
This class of drugs is used to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
What are bisphosphonates?
This medication is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia by relaxing the muscles of the prostate and bladder neck.
What is tamsulosin?
This combination of hormones is commonly used in birth control pills.
What are estrogen and progestin?
This class of drugs is used to treat conditions like prostate cancer by blocking the effects of androgens
What are anti-androgens?
This medication is used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding by promoting blood clotting.
What is tranexamic acid?
This condition, common in postmenopausal women, is treated with local estrogen therapy.
What is vaginal atrophy?
These small pellets are implanted under the skin to provide a steady release of testosterone.
What are testosterone pellets?
This hormone is given to induce ovulation in women with fertility issues.
What is clomiphene citrate?
This condition in aging men is characterized by a gradual decline in testosterone levels.
What is andropause?
This uterotonic drug is used to control bleeding after childbirth.
What is misoprostol?
This plant-derived compound mimics estrogen and is used to relieve menopausal symptoms
What are phytoestrogens?
This symptom of andropause is characterized by a decrease in muscle mass and strength.
What is sarcopenia?
This condition in women is characterized by irregular periods, acne, and excess hair growth due to high androgen levels.
What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
Androgen therapy may be given as replacement therapy for what conditions?
What are testosterone deficiency, hypogonadism, delayed puberty, F-T-M transgender therapy?
This drug is used to shrink fibroids before surgery.
What is leuprolide?
This selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) is used to treat hot flashes and prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
What is raloxifene?
This herbal supplement is often used to alleviate symptoms of andropause, though its effectiveness is debated.
What is saw palmetto?