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GlossaryEthinyl Estradiol (EE)

synthetic estrogen used in birth control pills

Ethinyl Estradiol (EE) is a synthetic form of estrogen, a hormone that plays a crucial role in the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics. It is commonly used in combination with progestins in oral contraceptives to prevent pregnancy and can also be used in hormone replacement therapy.

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research The Influence of Long-Term Treatment with Cyproterone Acetate or a Cyproterone Acetate-Ethinyl Estradiol Combination on Androgen Levels in Blood of Hirsute Women

14 citations , January 1980 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

Both treatments reduced androgen levels and hair growth in women with hirsutism.

research The Use of Cyproterone Acetate/Ethinyl Estradiol in Hyperandrogenic Skin Symptoms: A Review

11 citations , April 2017 in “The European Journal of Contraception & Reproductive Health Care”

Cyproterone acetate with ethinyl estradiol is effective for treating skin symptoms related to high androgen levels, like in PCOS.

Combined Oral Contraceptives Promote Androgen Receptor And Estrogen Receptor Alpha Upregulation In The Female Prostate (Skene’s Paraurethral Glands) Of Adult Gerbils (Meriones Unguiculatus)

research Combined Oral Contraceptives Promote Androgen Receptor And Estrogen Receptor Alpha Upregulation In The Female Prostate (Skene’s Paraurethral Glands) Of Adult Gerbils (Meriones Unguiculatus)

3 citations , January 2018 in “Reproduction, Fertility and Development”

Birth control pills increase certain receptor activities in female gerbil prostate glands and can lead to prostate changes.

research Evaluation of Risk-Minimization Activities for Cyproterone Acetate 2 mg/Ethinylestradiol 35 µg: A Cross-Sectional Physician Survey

12 citations , August 2017 in “Pharmaceutical medicine”

Most doctors know the thrombosis risk with Cyproterone/Ethinylestradiol, but some lack details on less common risks and patient instructions; educational materials are underused but useful.

research Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate: Benefits and Efficacy

1 citations , January 2004 in “Drugs”

Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate is a safe and effective birth control pill that also helps regulate menstrual cycles, reduces period pain, and treats certain skin and hair conditions.

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