Definition of Norgestrel
1. Noun. Synthetic progestin used in oral contraceptives.
Definition of Norgestrel
1. Noun. A progestin used in hormonal contraceptives. ¹
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Medical Definition of Norgestrel
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(+-)-13-ethyl-17-hydroxy-18,19-dinorpregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one. A progestational agent with actions similar to those of progesterone. This racaemic or (+-)-form has about half the potency of the levo form (levonorgestrel). Norgestrel is used as a contraceptive and ovulation inhibitor and for the control of menstrual disorders and endometriosis.
Pharmacological action: contraceptives, oral, synthetic, progestational hormones, synthetic.
Chemical name: 18,19-Dinorpregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one, 13-ethyl-17-hydroxy-, (17alpha)-(+-)-
(12 Dec 1998)
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