Certificate of Analysis
| Product Name: | Megestrol |
| Catalog Number: | M20989 |
| CAS Number: | 3562-63-8 |
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Formula: | C22H30O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 342.47 |
| Solubility: | DMSO 68 mg/mL |
| Storage: |
Powder -20°C 3 years ; 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months ; -20°C 1 month |
| Chemical Structure: |  |
Analytical Data
| QC Standard: | >99% |
| H-NMR: | Consistent with structure |
Product Information
| Description: | Megestrol, a synthetic progestin, is approved for the treatment of anorexia, cachexia, or an unexplained significant weight loss in patients with an acquired immunodeficiency syndrome diagnosis. Megestrol acetate (Megace) is one of the first progestational agents to be evaluated for use in the hormonal therapy of advanced breast cancer. |
| Stability and Solubility Advice: | Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide. We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details. |