Jan 5, 2010
Aminoglutethimide, also known by the brand name Cytadren, is a cancer drug which inhibits the formation of hormones like adrenal glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids, estrogen, androgens, and aldosterone.
Aminoglutethimide is used to treat Cushing's disease, breast cancer, or prostate cancer. It blocks the conversion of cholesterol to delta-5-pregnenolone, a precursor for the formation of the corticosteroids.
Aminoglutethimide is used clinically to reduce the...
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