NCIt definition : A synthetic derivative of androstane with adrenocortical suppressive properties. Trilostane
reversibly inhibits 3 beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase delta 5-4 isomerase in the
adrenal cortex, resulting in the decreased synthesis of mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids
and the decreased conversion of pregnenolone to progesterone. (NCI04);
NCIt note : This drug has been removed from the US market in 1994.;