Zuclomifene infertility drug molecule
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Zuclomifene infertility drug molecule
Zuclomifene infertility drug, molecular model. The drug clomifene, used to treat infertility in women, is made up of two components, enclomifene and zuclomifene (shown here). These molecules are geometric isomers, or mirror images of each other. Together, they act on the pituitary gland in the brain, which detects levels of the female sex hormone oestrogen. Fooled into thinking levels of oestrogen are low, the pituitary encourages the release of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), leading to higher ovulation rates and a greater chance of pregnancy. In this model, atoms are represented by coloured spheres; carbon is purple, hydrogen is white, oxygen is orange, nitrogen is pink, and chlorine is green
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This print showcases the molecular structure of Zuclomifene, an infertility drug used to treat women struggling with fertility issues. The image beautifully illustrates the intricate composition of this pharmaceutical compound, which consists of two components: enclomifene and zuclomifene. These components are geometric isomers, meaning they are mirror images of each other. Zuclomifene acts on the pituitary gland in the brain, specifically targeting its detection of levels of the female sex hormone estrogen. By tricking the pituitary gland into perceiving low estrogen levels, it stimulates the release of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). This process ultimately leads to increased ovulation rates and enhances a woman's chances of achieving pregnancy. The model represents atoms using vibrant colored spheres; purple for carbon, white for hydrogen, orange for oxygen, pink for nitrogen, and green for chlorine. Through this visually striking representation, we can appreciate how these elements come together to form a complex molecule that plays a crucial role in reproductive biology. This artwork serves as a reminder of how scientific advancements in medicine have paved new paths towards overcoming infertility challenges. It highlights the interdisciplinary nature between chemistry and biology within pharmacology while emphasizing the importance of understanding molecular structures when developing effective treatments like Zuclomifene.
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