Diethylstilbestrol
CAS NO.: 56-53-1
MF: C18H20O2
EINECS NO.: 200-278-5
MF: C18H20O2
EINECS NO.: 200-278-5
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Diethylstilbestrol is a synthetic nonsteroidal estrogen that was formerly used in estrogenic hormone therapy
(for menstrual disorders, postpartum breast engorgement, postcoital contraceptive, prevention of spontaneous abortion)
and in chemotherapy of various cancers, including postmenopausal breast cancer and prostate cancer.
Diethylstilbestrol was also used in biomedical research and veterinary medicine
(growth promoter for cattle and sheep; veterinary drug to treat estrogen deficiency disorders).
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Used in the treatment of prostate cancer.
Previously used in the prevention of miscarriage or premature delivery in pregnant women prone to miscarriage or premature delivery.



