Anordiol
Anordiol
Anordiol (pronunciation: an-or-diol) is a steroid used in the field of medicine and pharmacology. It is a type of progestin, which is a group of hormones that play a significant role in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
Etymology
The term "Anordiol" is derived from the chemical structure of the compound. The prefix "An" refers to the absence of a functional group, "or" refers to the presence of an oxygen atom, and "diol" indicates the presence of two alcohol groups.
Usage
Anordiol is primarily used in contraceptive research. It has been studied for its potential use in birth control pills, due to its progestational activity. However, it is not currently marketed or available for use.
Related Terms
- Progestin: A type of hormone that plays a significant role in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
- Steroid: A type of organic compound that has four rings arranged in a specific molecular configuration.
- Contraceptive: A method or device used to prevent pregnancy.
- Birth control pills: A type of contraceptive that is taken orally and includes a combination of an estrogen and a progestin.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anordiol
- Wikipedia's article - Anordiol
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