Steroids are an important class of biomolecules with diverse roles and functions. Besides being importantas structural and signaling molecules, these molecules hold promise againstnumerous disorders, including cardiovascular conditions, cancer, inflammation andautoimmune disorders. Many investigations have demonstrated that steroidal frameworks may provide lipid solubility, receptorselectivity or membrane binding properties to non-steroidal pharmacophores. However, the therapeutic use of steroids can bedangerous when they're used incorrectly. Additionally, misconceptions about steroids among athletes or recreational users can lead to steroid abuse and poor health outcomes.
Steroids and their MedicinalPotential discusses the classification, distribution, biosynthesis, chemicalsynthesis and semi-synthesis of different steroids. The medicinal potential ofeach class is exhaustively discussed in different chapters. The latestadvances and developments in steroid-based drug discovery are also discussedthoroughly. The book aims to address generalquestions andconcerns about steroids, providing readers a useful resource on the subject.
Key Features
-Provides comprehensive coverage on all aspects of steroids including steroid chemistry,biochemistry, medicinal potential, drug discovery and advances in target-bindinginteractions of steroid-based drugs
-Includes chapters dedicated to anabolic steroids and their abuse -Designed as an accessible source ofinformation for understanding steroidal drugs with structured chapters-Includes references for advanced readers
