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Gestrinone

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Definition: A non-estrogenic contraceptive which is a weak progestin with strong anti-progesterone properties. It is effective if used once a week orally or can also be used in intravaginal devices.     
Pharmacological Action Contraceptives, Oral; Progestins 		Other names Nemestran; Hoechst Brand of Gestrinone; Florizel Brand of Gestrinone; Dimetriose; Aventis Brand of Gestrinone; R-2323; R 2323; R2323
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
EM5744  0   Gestrinone/*analogs & derivatives. J Biol Chem 2007 Oct 19;282(42):30910-9
tetrahydrogestrinone  0   Gestrinone/*analogs & derivatives. Nature 2003 Nov 13;426(6963):114-5

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