Gossypol
Description: Gossypol is a plant-derived compound taken orally that decreases sperm counts in men.
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Began discovery in: 1970's
Status Details: - In 1986, WHO discontinued research on this drug as lingering questions about toxicity were in question as well as the reversability (almost 40% of men did not regain fertility). Research continued in Brazil and elsewhere at least through 2000.
- In 1986, WHO discontinued research on this drug as lingering questions about toxicity were in question as well as the reversability (almost 40% of men did not regain fertility). Research continued in Brazil and elsewhere at least through 2000.
Additional Information
References: Coutinho EM. (2002). Gossypol: a contraceptive for men. Contraception. 65(4):259-263.
Coutinho EM. (2002). Gossypol: a contraceptive for men. Contraception. 65(4):259-263.