Medical Definition of Algestone
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16 alpha,17-dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione. Progestational dihydroxy derivative of progesterone. Its acetonide possesses anti-inflammatory properties.
Pharmacological action: contraceptives, oral, synthetic, progestational hormones, synthetic.
Chemical name: Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 16,17-dihydroxy-, (16alpha)-
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Algestone
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