Product Description: Dienogest (Standard) is the analytical standard of Dienogest. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. Dienogest (STS-557) is an orally active and selective progesterone receptor agonist that effectively reduces the gene expression of COX-2, mPGES-1 and aromatase. Dienogest also inhibits the mRNA and protein expression of PGE2 synthase and the activation of NF-κB. Dienogest can be used in studies of endometriosis, menopause and menorrhagia[1][2].
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References: [1]Shimizu Y, et al. Dienogest, a synthetic progestin, inhibits prostaglandin E2 production and aromatase expression by human endometrial epithelial cells in a spheroid culture system. Steroids. 2011 Jan;76(1-2):60-7. /[2]Katayama H, et al. Effect of dienogest administration on angiogenesis and hemodynamics in a rat endometrial autograft model. Hum Reprod. 2010 Nov;25(11):2851-8.
CAS Number: 65928-58-7
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Research Area: Endocrinology
Target: Progesterone Receptor