Algestone

Synonyms

16 alpha,17-Dihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione

Alphasone

Dihydroxyprogesterone

Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 16,17-dihydroxy-, (16alpha)-

A synthetic progestational dihydroxy derivative of PROGESTERONE. Its acetonide possesses anti-inflammatory properties.