danazol

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da·na·zol | \ ˈdä-nə-ˌzōl

, ˈda-, -ˌzȯl

Definition of danazol

: a synthetic androgen C₂₂H₂₇NO₂ that inhibits the release of gonadotropins by the pituitary gland and is used especially to treat endometriosis

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However, danazol carries the risk of potentially severe side effects, such as acne, weight gain and voice changes, which limit its use. — idahostatesman, "Home remedies might help breast tenderness," 21 July 2017

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The first known use of danazol was in 1974

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danazol

noun

da·na·zol | \ ˈdä-nə-ˌzōl

, ˈdan-ə-

, -ˌzȯl\

Medical Definition of danazol

: a synthetic androgenic derivative C₂₂H₂₇NO₂ of ethisterone that suppresses gonadotropin secretion by the adenohypophysis and is used especially in the treatment of endometriosis