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Ethinyl oestradiol

Hormones & fertility agents

Description

Ethinylestradiol (EE) is an estrogen medication which is used widely in birth control pills in combination with progestins. In the past, EE was widely used for various indications such as the treatment of menopausal symptoms, gynecological disorders, and certain hormone-sensitive cancers.

Mechanism of action

Oestrogens act by binding to nuclear oestrogen receptors.

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Mechanism of action

Oestrogens act by binding to nuclear oestrogen receptors.

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