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Norgestrel (DL-Norgestrel)

A synthetic progestational agent with actions similar to those of PROGESTERONE. This racemic or (+-)-form has about half the potency of the levo form (LEVONORGESTREL). Norgestrel is used as a contraceptive, ovulation inhibitor, and for the control of menstrual disorders and endometriosis.
Also Known As:
DL-Norgestrel; Ovrette; Neogest; Postinor; Wy-3707; DL Norgestrel; Wy 3707; Wy3707; 18,19-Dinorpregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one, 13-ethyl-17-hydroxy-, (17alpha)-(+-)-
Networked: 114 relevant articles (5 outcomes, 15 trials/studies)

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Experts

1. Cotter, Thomas G: 9 articles (01/2019 - 09/2011)
2. Roche, Sarah L: 6 articles (01/2019 - 01/2016)
3. Byrne, Ashleigh M: 5 articles (01/2018 - 01/2016)
4. Ruiz-Lopez, Ana M: 5 articles (01/2018 - 01/2016)
5. Cuenca, Nicolás: 2 articles (01/2019 - 01/2016)
6. Moloney, Jennifer N: 2 articles (01/2018 - 12/2016)
7. Wyse-Jackson, Alice C: 2 articles (12/2016 - 01/2016)
8. Jackson, Alice C Wyse: 2 articles (01/2016 - 01/2016)
9. Doonan, Francesca: 2 articles (05/2012 - 09/2011)
10. Benakanakere, Indira: 2 articles (09/2010 - 09/2010)

Related Diseases

1. Hemorrhage
2. Leiomyoma (Uterine Fibroids)
3. Retinitis Pigmentosa (Pigmentary Retinopathy)
4. Menorrhagia
5. Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Related Drugs and Biologics

1. Ethinyl Estradiol (Estinyl)
2. Ethinyl Estradiol-Norgestrel Combination (Ovral)
3. Estradiol (Delestrogen)
4. Lipids
5. Tranexamic Acid (AMCA)
6. Dydrogesterone
7. Progesterone Congeners
8. Cyproterone Acetate
9. Androgens
10. Oral Contraceptives

Related Therapies and Procedures

1. Therapeutics
2. Aftercare (After-Treatment)
3. Intrauterine Devices (Intrauterine Device)
4. Contraception (Birth Control)
5. Hormone Replacement Therapy (Therapy, Hormone Replacement)