Allylestrenol

Allylestrenol (pronounced: al-lye-les-tre-nol) is a progestin medication which is used in the prevention of miscarriage, premature labor, and menstrual disorders. It is taken by mouth.

Etymology

The term "Allylestrenol" is derived from its chemical structure, which includes an allyl group (a carbon atom double-bonded to two other carbon atoms) and a strenol group (a type of steroid structure).

Pharmacology

Allylestrenol is a synthetic progestogen, specifically a gestagen. It works by mimicking the action of the natural hormone progesterone, which is essential for the maintenance of pregnancy.

Uses

Allylestrenol is used in the treatment of threatened miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss. It is also used to prevent premature labor. In addition, it is used in the treatment of certain menstrual disorders, such as dysmenorrhea and amenorrhea.

Side Effects

Possible side effects of allylestrenol include nausea, bloating, breast tenderness, and headache. In rare cases, it can cause severe side effects such as jaundice, thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism.

Related Terms

• Progestin
• Miscarriage
• Premature labor
• Menstrual disorders
• Gestagen
• Progesterone
• Dysmenorrhea
• Amenorrhea
• Nausea
• Bloating
• Breast tenderness
• Headache
• Jaundice
• Thrombosis
• Pulmonary embolism

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Allylestrenol
• Wikipedia's article - Allylestrenol

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