Medical Definition of Algestone acetophenide
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(16 alpha(r))-16,17-((1-phenylethylidene)bis(oxy))pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione. A progesterone that has been used in estrus synchronization and has been evaluated as an injectable contraceptive in combination with estradiol enanthate. It is also used therapeutically as a topical anti-inflammatory and is applied topically in the treatment of acne.
Pharmacological action: steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, topical anti-inflammatory agents, contraceptives, oral, synthetic, progestational hormones, synthetic.
Chemical name: Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 16,17-((1-phenylethylidene)bis(oxy))-, (16alpha(R))-
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Algestone Acetophenide
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