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Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D000523
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D000523
Preferred Name

Algestone

Definitions
A synthetic progestational dihydroxy derivative of PROGESTERONE. Its acetonide possesses anti-inflammatory properties.
Synonyms
Alphasone
Dihydroxyprogesterone
Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 16,17-dihydroxy-, (16alpha)-
16 alpha,17-Dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
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