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Tamoxifen is a non-steroidal anti-estrogen. It binds to estrogen receptors to prevent
attachment of estrogen molecules. The primary medical use for tamoxifen
citrate is as a preventative measure for estrogen-responsive breast cancers
in women.
In
males, testosterone is converted by a process known as aromatization, so-called
because of the activity of an enzyme named aromatase. Excess estrogen may
cause gynnecomastia, water retention, and fat deposition. Tamoxifen can
be used to control such side effects. Tamoxifen stimulates higher production
of LH (lutenizing hormone) which in turn boosts natural testosterone. It
also improves the HDL (to LDL) cholesterol ratio, which is usually depressed
when using steroids. |
