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estradiol-17-stearate
Description
Estradiol-17-stearate is a synthetic steroid hormone that is a derivative of estradiol. It is an ester of estradiol and stearic acid. Estradiol-17-stearate has been investigated for its potential use in hormone replacement therapy (HRT), as well as for its potential to treat osteoporosis and other conditions. However, its use has been limited due to concerns about its potential side effects. Estradiol-17-stearate is typically synthesized by reacting estradiol with stearic acid in the presence of a catalyst. It is a white, crystalline solid that is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. Estradiol-17-stearate is an agonist of the estrogen receptor, and it has been shown to have a number of pharmacological effects, including promoting bone growth, reducing cholesterol levels, and increasing uterine weight. However, estradiol-17-stearate can also have undesirable side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, and increased risk of blood clots. Due to its potential for side effects, estradiol-17-stearate is not currently available for clinical use in the United States. However, it is being investigated in clinical trials for its potential to treat a number of conditions, including osteoporosis, endometriosis, and breast cancer. Estradiol-17-stearate is a relatively new compound, and its long-term effects are not fully understood. Further research is needed to determine its safety and efficacy before it can be used for clinical purposes.'
estradiol-17-stearate: RN given refers to (17beta)-isomer [Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), National Library of Medicine, extracted Dec-2023]
Cross-References
ID Source | ID |
PubMed CID | 67100 |
SCHEMBL ID | 7751687 |
MeSH ID | M0132021 |
Synonyms (11)
Synonym |
82205-00-3 |
estradiol-17-stearate |
[(8r,9s,13s,14s,17s)-3-hydroxy-13-methyl-6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-decahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl] octadecanoate |
(3-hydroxy-13-methyl-6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-decahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl) octadecanoate |
estra-1,3,5(10)-triene-3,17-diol (17beta)-, 17-octadecanoate |
59g2kr8qbg , |
unii-59g2kr8qbg |
estradiol 17-o-octadecanoate |
SCHEMBL7751687 |
DTXSID401002548 |
17beta-estra-1,3,5(10)-triene-3,17-diol 17-octadecanoate |
Research
Studies (11)
Timeframe | Studies, This Drug (%) | All Drugs % |
pre-1990 | 7 (63.64) | 18.7374 |
1990's | 1 (9.09) | 18.2507 |
2000's | 3 (27.27) | 29.6817 |
2010's | 0 (0.00) | 24.3611 |
2020's | 0 (0.00) | 2.80 |
[information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023] |
Market Indicators
Research Demand Index: 12.07
According to the monthly volume, diversity, and competition of internet searches for this compound, as well the volume and growth of publications, there is estimated to be weak demand-to-supply ratio for research on this compound.
Metric | This Compound (vs All) |
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Research Demand Index | 12.07 (24.57) | Research Supply Index | 2.48 (2.92) | Research Growth Index | 4.56 (4.65) | Search Engine Demand Index | 0.00 (26.88) | Search Engine Supply Index | 0.00 (0.95) |
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Study Types
Publication Type | This drug (%) | All Drugs (%) |
Trials | 0 (0.00%) | 5.53% |
Reviews | 0 (0.00%) | 6.00% |
Case Studies | 0 (0.00%) | 4.05% |
Observational | 0 (0.00%) | 0.25% |
Other | 11 (100.00%) | 84.16% |
[information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023] |