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Estramustine

Generic Name
Estramustine
Brand Names
Emcyt
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C23H31Cl2NO3
CAS Number
2998-57-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
35LT29625A
Background

A nitrogen mustard linked to estradiol, usually as phosphate; used to treat prostatic neoplasms; also has radiation protective properties.

Indication

For the palliative treatment of patients with metastatic and/or progressive carcinoma of the prostate

Associated Conditions
Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Associated Therapies
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