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  • Title: [Effect of gossypol on spermatogenesis and fertility in man and mammals].
    Author: Sadykov AS, Ismailov AI, Zakhidov ST, Baram NI.
    Journal: Ontogenez; 1985; 16(4):346-57. PubMed ID: 3900844.
    Abstract:
    This review summarizes the main results of experimental and clinical studies of a new antifertile agent, gossypol, a polyphenolic compound isolated from the cotton. This compound disturb the normal course of spermatogenesis and affects, first of all, the locomotory system of mature spermatozoa of the man and some mammal species. The mechanism of gossypol action on the development of germ cells is discussed. Since the action of gossypol is reversible and it does not induce strong side effects, the possibility of its application for the control of birth rate is considered.
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