hexoestrol

/hɛksɪˈstrɒl/

Definitions

1. noun

A synthetic estrogen, particularly used in the early 20th century as a treatment for menopausal symptoms and to induce menstruation in women.

“The patient was prescribed hexoestrol to alleviate her menopausal symptoms.”

Synonyms

  • estrogen replacement therapy
  • synthetic estrogen

Antonyms

  • estrogen antagonist
  • hormone suppressant