Description
15(S)-15-methyl PGF2α is a metabolically stable analog of PGF2α. It is a potent uterine stimulant and abortifacient which can be administered intramuscularly to induce labor.{4695,1608,1587} It induces luteolysis and reduces serum progesterone concentrations when given as an intramuscular injection in non-pregnant rhesus monkeys.{4632}
Formal name: 9α,11α,15S-trihydroxy-15-methyl-prosta-5Z,13E-dien-1-oic acid
Synonyms: 15(S)-15-methyl PGF2α|Carboprost|U-32921
Molecular weight: 368.5
CAS: 35700-23-3
Purity: ≥98%
Formulation: A solution in methyl acetate
Product Type|Biochemicals|Lipids|Prostaglandins||Product Type|Biochemicals|Receptor Pharmacology|Agonists||Research Area|Endocrinology & Metabolism|Reproductive Biology||Research Area|Lipid Biochemistry|Cyclooxygenase Pathway