Testosterone Enanthate

**Semantic type:** Organic Chemical|Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A long-acting intramuscular form of the androgen testosterone. Testosterone inhibits gonadotropin secretion from the pituitary gland and ablates estrogen production in the ovaries, thereby decreasing endogenous estrogen levels. In addition, this agent promotes the maintenance of male sex characteristics and is indicated for testosterone replacement in hypogonadal males, delayed puberty, and metastatic mammary cancer. (NCI04)

**Synonyms:** - Andro LA - Androtardyl - Androtardyl - Delatestryl - Everone - Everone - Primosteston - TESTOSTERONE ENANTHATE - Testate - Testate - Testinon - Testinon - Testo-Enant - Testosterone enanthate