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Hermaphrodiol (androstenediol)

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Hermaphrodiol (generic name: androstenediol) is a androstenediol drug. It is currently in unknown development.

Hermaphrodiol works by binding to sex hormone-binding globulin, a protein that regulates the levels of sex hormones in the body.

Androstenediol is an endogenous steroid hormone that serves as an intermediate in the biosynthesis of testosterone from dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). It is a weak androgen and estrogen, closely related to androstenedione.

At a glance

Generic nameandrostenediol
Drug classandrostenediol
TargetCorticosteroid-binding globulin, Sex hormone-binding globulin, Androgen receptor
Therapeutic areaOther
Phaseunknown

Mechanism of action

Think of sex hormone-binding globulin like a 'lock' that holds onto sex hormones, like a key. Hermaphrodiol is like a 'key' that binds to this 'lock', releasing the sex hormones and allowing them to do their job. This can help increase the levels of sex hormones in the body.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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Frequently asked questions about Hermaphrodiol

What is Hermaphrodiol?

Hermaphrodiol (androstenediol) is a androstenediol drug.

How does Hermaphrodiol work?

Hermaphrodiol works by binding to sex hormone-binding globulin, a protein that regulates the levels of sex hormones in the body.

What is the generic name of Hermaphrodiol?

androstenediol is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Hermaphrodiol.

What drug class is Hermaphrodiol in?

Hermaphrodiol belongs to the androstenediol class. See all androstenediol drugs at /class/androstenediol.

What development phase is Hermaphrodiol in?

Hermaphrodiol is in unknown.

What does Hermaphrodiol target?

Hermaphrodiol targets Corticosteroid-binding globulin, Sex hormone-binding globulin, Androgen receptor and is a androstenediol.

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