List of sex-hormonal medications available in the United States

List of Sex-Hormonal Medications Available in the United States

Sex-hormonal medications play a crucial role in managing and treating various conditions related to hormonal imbalances, reproductive health, gender dysphoria, and certain types of cancers. In the United States, a wide range of these medications is available, each serving specific therapeutic purposes. This article provides an overview of the primary categories of sex-hormonal medications available in the U.S., including Estrogens, Progestogens, Androgens, Antiandrogens, and Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogues.

Estrogens

Estrogens are a group of hormones responsible for the development and maintenance of female sex characteristics and the regulation of the menstrual cycle. Medications in this category are used in Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), Contraceptives, and the treatment of menopausal symptoms.

• Estradiol (available as oral tablets, transdermal patches, topical gels, and vaginal creams)
• Conjugated estrogens (oral tablets and topical creams)
• Estropipate
• Ethinylestradiol (commonly used in combination with progestogens in oral contraceptives)

Progestogens

Progestogens are synthetic forms of the natural hormone progesterone. They are used in combination with estrogens in hormone replacement therapy and contraceptives, as well as in the treatment of menstrual disorders and endometriosis.

• Progesterone (available as oral capsules, vaginal gels, and intrauterine devices)
• Medroxyprogesterone acetate (oral tablets and injectable form)
• Norethindrone (oral tablets)
• Levonorgestrel (oral tablets, intrauterine devices)

Androgens

Androgens, including testosterone, are male sex hormones that are responsible for the development of male sex characteristics. They are used in the treatment of hypogonadism in men, certain breast cancers, and in gender-affirming hormone therapy for transgender men.

• Testosterone (available as injectable solutions, transdermal patches, gels, and oral formulations)
• Methyltestosterone (oral tablets)

Antiandrogens

Antiandrogens are used to block the effects of androgens, particularly testosterone. They are used in the treatment of prostate cancer, hirsutism, and as part of hormone therapy for transgender women.

• Spironolactone (oral tablets)
• Finasteride (oral tablets, used in the treatment of male pattern baldness and prostate enlargement)
• Flutamide (oral tablets)

Gonadotropin-releasing Hormone (GnRH) Analogues

GnRH analogues are used to control the production of sex hormones. They are used in the treatment of hormone-sensitive cancers, endometriosis, and in preparation for fertility treatments.

• Leuprolide (injectable form)
• Goserelin (subcutaneous implant)

See Also

• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
• Contraceptive
• Gender Dysphoria
• Endometriosis
• Prostate Cancer

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Please note that this list is not exhaustive and the availability of medications can change. Always consult a healthcare provider for the most current information and personalized medical advice.