Description
Altrenogest is a progestogen used in veterinary settings. This progesterone agonist is most commonly used to suppress or control the estrous cycle of female animals.
Altrenogest is a progestogen used in veterinary settings. This progesterone agonist is most commonly used to suppress or control the estrous cycle of female animals.
Cas No. | 850-52-2 |
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Purity | ≥98% |
Formula | C21H26O2 |
Formula Wt. | 310.44 |
Chemical Name | 17-α-Allyl-17-β-hydroxyoestra-4,9,11-trien-3-one |
IUPAC Name | (8S,13S,14S,17R)-17-hydroxy-13-methyl-17-prop-2-enyl-1,2,6,7,8,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one |
Synonym | (17beta)-17-Allyl-17-hydroxyestra-4,9,11-trien-3-one, Altrenogestrel, Allyltrenbolone, Regumate |
Appearance | Slight yellow powder |
Store Temp | Ambient |
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Ship Temp | Ambient |
Info Sheet | A4679 Info Sheet PDF |
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Horsley BR, Estienne MJ, Harper AF, et al. Effect of P.G. 600 on the timing of ovulation in gilts treated with altrenogest. J Anim Sci. 2005 Jul;83(7):1690-5. PMID: 15956478.
dos Santos JM, Wentz I, Bortolozzo FP, et al. Early-weaned sows: altrenogest therapy, estrus, ovulation, and reproductive performance. Anim Reprod Sci. 2004 Sep;84(3-4):407-13. PMID: 15302382.
Webel SK, Squires EL. Control of the oestrous cycle in mares with altrenogest. J Reprod Fertil Suppl. 1982;32:193-8. PMID: 6962854.