An anti-androgen that, in the form of its acetate (cyproterone acetate), also has progestational properties. It is used in the treatment of hypersexuality in males, as a palliative in prostatic carcinoma, and, in combination with estrogen, for the therapy of severe acne and hirsutism in females.
Synonyms
Cyproterone 17-O-acetate
Cyproterone acetate
Brand Names
Cyestra-35
Novo-cyproterone
Med-cyproterone
Teva-cyproterone / Ethinyl Estradiol
Cyproterone
Mylan-cyproterone
Mylan-cyproterone / Ethinylestradiol
Androcur
Taro-cyproterone/ethinyl Estradiol
Alti-cpa
Riva-cyproterone
Riva-cyproterone 50 mg
Androcur Depot
Cléo -35
Diane-35
Indication
For the palliative treatment of patients with advanced prostatic carcinoma.
Categories
Adrenal Cortex Hormones
Antiandrogens
Antiandrogens and Estrogens
Antineoplastic Agents
Combination Contraceptives (with Estrogen and derivatives)
Contraceptive Agents, Female
Contraceptive Agents, Male
Contraceptives, Oral
Cytochrome P-450 CYP3A Inhibitors
Cytochrome P-450 CYP3A Substrates
Cytochrome P-450 CYP3A4 Inhibitors
Cytochrome P-450 CYP3A4 Inhibitors (weak)
Cytochrome P-450 CYP3A4 Substrates
Cytochrome P-450 Enzyme Inhibitors
Cytochrome P-450 Substrates
Fused-Ring Compounds
Genito Urinary System and Sex Hormones
Hormonal Contraceptives for Systemic Use
Hormone Antagonists
Hormones, Hormone Substitutes, and Hormone Antagonists
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