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Gestodenum Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

Gestodenum is a progestogen hormonal contraceptive. Products containing gestoden include Meliane, which contains 20 mcg of ethinylestradiol and 75 mcg of gestodene; and Gynera, which contains 30 mcg of ethinylestradiol and 75 mcg of gestodene.

Attribute Details
Trade Name Gestodenum
Generic Gestodene
Gestodene Other Names Gestodene, Gestodeno, Gestodenum
Type
Formula C21H26O2
Weight Average: 310.4299
Monoisotopic: 310.193280076
Groups Investigational
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
Available Country
Last Updated: January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am
   

Elimination Route

in vitro 99% using 3H=R5020 / in vivo similar to progesterone

Half Life

16 to 18 hrs.

Innovators Monograph

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