1. A synthetic steroid compound that blocks the effects of androgens (male hormones) in the body, used medically to treat conditions such as prostate cancer, severe acne, and excessive hair growth.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term; often used in combination with estrogen in hormonal contraceptives; commonly referred to as cyproterone acetate in its most widely used form

Examples

• Cyproterone acetate is prescribed to reduce symptoms of androgenization in certain patients.
• The medication cyproterone works by competing with testosterone for receptor binding sites.
• Doctors may recommend cyproterone as part of hormone therapy for specific medical conditions.
• Cyproterone is found in some birth control pills marketed in Europe and other regions.
• The side effects of cyproterone should be discussed with a healthcare provider before starting treatment.