Inhibitors of type 5 and type 3 17beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase and methods for their use

摘要

Novel methods of medical treatment and/or inhibition of development of diseases are disclosed for diseases that are sensitive to androgenic or estrogenic activity. The treatments utilize inhibitors of type 5 and/or type 3 17beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase. Novel inhibitors of type 5 17beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase are also disclosed, as are novel inhibitors of type 3 17beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase.