Synonyms: Climaval®
estradiol valerate is an approved drug (FDA (1954))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Estradiol valerate is a synthetic ester of the endogenous estrogen, 17β-estradiol. This ester is absorbed more slowly and has a longer duration of action than the native hormone. Estradiol valerate is cleaved in vivo by plasma and liver esterases to form 17β-estradiol and valeric acid.
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Summary of Clinical Use ![]() |
Several brands of combined oral contraceptives (Natazia®, Qlaira® and Delestrogen® for example) contain estradiol valerate and dienogest. Such drug combinations are covered by PubChem CID 9874560. In the UK, estradiol valerate is used as hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for oestrogen deficiency symptoms in postmenopausal women who have been hysterectomised. |
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For extended ADME data see the following: Electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC) |