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Published on: August 13, 2019
The role of selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) in postmenopausal health
1Lilly Research Laboratories, Eli Lilly and Company, Lilly Corporate Center, DC 2138, Indianapolis, IN 46285, USA. mwd@lilly.com
Abstract:
Concerns about long-term therapy with HRT have recently highlighted interest in a class of compounds active in the estrogen receptor, but with selectivity in their actions, known as the selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs). Tamoxifen is recognized as the first widely marketed SERM, but its selectivity focuses interest on its approved indications: the treatment and prevention of breast cancer. Raloxifene has been approved in most countries of the world for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis, and it displays a pattern of actions highly matched to the needs and concerns of many postmenopausal women. Further study of current and future SERMs promises to open new vistas in patient-specific management of the field of postmenopausal health.
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