Ingredient

Estramustine Sodium Phosphate Hydrate

Estramustine phosphate sodium hydrate is an antineoplastic agent used in the treatment of prostate cancer.

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MFDS ingredient code M257238

What does it do?

Estramustine phosphate sodium hydrate is an antineoplastic agent primarily used for the treatment of prostate cancer. This ingredient is a compound that combines estrogen and anticancer effects, included in pharmaceuticals for the purpose of inhibiting the growth of cancer cells.

This ingredient interferes with the cell division of cancer cells, slowing the growth of tumors. It also regulates hormonal activity to inhibit the proliferation of prostate cancer cells.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Estramustine phosphate sodium hydrate has a unique structure that combines an estrogen derivative and an anticancer agent, simultaneously exhibiting both actions, which results in specialized efficacy for the treatment of prostate cancer.

Medicines containing this ingredient

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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