Gossypol acts as an inhibitor for several dehydrogenase enzymes. Gossypol has also long been known to possess antimalarial properties. Gossypol provided reliable contraception. gossypol provokes infertility and causes spermatogenesis. Gossypol is used as an active antifertility agent in a variety of male animals, including mice, rats, hamsters, monkeys, rabbits, and bulls.
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ApplicationsGossypol acts as an inhibitor for several dehydrogenase enzymes. Gossypol has also long been known to possess antimalarial properties. Gossypol provided reliable contraception. gossypol provokes infertility and causes spermatogenesis. Gossypol is used as an active antifertility agent in a variety of male animals, including mice, rats, hamsters, monkeys, rabbits, and bulls.
SolubilitySoluble in 100%ethanol (25 mg/ml), DMF (25 mg/ml), acetone, DMSO (25 mM), methanol (2 mg/ml), ether, chloroform, sodium carbonate, and dilute aqueous solutions of ammonia . Insoluble in water. Gossypol is a male antifertility agent with antispermatogenic activity and has been shown to contain antitumor, anitviral, and antioxidant properties.
NotesStore in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.