Template:Pharmacokinetics of three estradiol esters by intramuscular injection
| Estrogen | Dose | Cmax | Tmax | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estradiol benzoate | 5 mg | E2: 940 pg/mL E1: 343 pg/mL |
E2: 1.8 days E1: 2.4 days |
4–5 days |
| Estradiol valerate | 5 mg | E2: 667 pg/mL E1: 324 pg/mL |
E2: 2.2 days E1: 2.7 days |
7–8 days |
| Estradiol cypionate | 5 mg | E2: 338 pg/mL E1: 145 pg/mL |
E2: 3.9 days E1: 5.1 days |
11 days |
| Notes: All via i.m. injection of oil solution. Determinations via radioimmunoassay with chromatographic separation. Sources: [1] | ||||
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Oriowo MA, Landgren BM, Stenström B, Diczfalusy E (April 1980). "A comparison of the pharmacokinetic properties of three estradiol esters". Contraception. 21 (4): 415–24. doi:10.1016/S0010-7824(80)80018-7. PMID 7389356.