Norgestrel
Synonyms
18,19-Dinorpregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one, 13-ethyl-17-hydroxy-, (17alpha)-(+-)-
DL Norgestrel
DL-Norgestrel
Neogest
Norgestrel Schering Brand
Norgestrel Wyeth Brand
Ovrette
Postinor
Schering Brand of Norgestrel
Wy 3707
Wy-3707
Wy3707
Wyeth Brand of 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.