Gossypol [gossypol]

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Terms

Gossypol Dipotassium Salt
Gossypol Sodium Salt
Gossypol, (-)-Isomer
Gossypol, (+-)-Isomer
Gossypol, (+)-Isomer

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Definition

A dimeric sesquiterpene found in cottonseed (GOSSYPIUM). The (-) isomer is active as a male contraceptive (CONTRACEPTIVE AGENTS, MALE) whereas toxic symptoms are associated with the (+) isomer.

DUI
D006072 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0009556
RN
KAV15B369O
CAS
(2,2'-Binaphthalene)-8,8'-dicarboxaldehyde, 1,1',6,6',7,7'-hexahydroxy-3,3'-dimethyl-5,5'-bis(1-methylethyl)-