estrogen

     

Estrogens (U.S., otherwise oestrogens or œstrogens) are a group of steroi compounds, named for their importance in the estrous cycle, and functioning as the primary female sex hormone.

Trivia about estrogen

  • The most important form of this hormone in women is estradiol
  • Premarin, a form of this hormone used to treat menopausal symptoms, is the most prescribed drug in America
  • This group of female sex hormones is used in certain cancer treatments
  • Estrace is a synthetic version of this hormone sometimes prescribed after menopause
  • Often given with progesterone, it's the main hormone in hormone replacement therapy