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prohormone

CHEBI:CHEBI_71212

Definition

Any intra-glandular substance that acts as a precursor of a hormone, usually having minimal hormonal effect itself. Prohormones generally help in amplifying the effect of existing hormones.

Alternative Names

  • prohormones

Treatment Applications

Drug Classification

Important Medical Information

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Additional Identifiers

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Additional References

Wikipedia:Prohormone

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