Ethinylestradiol/gestodene
Ethinylestradiol/gestodene
Ethinylestradiol/gestodene (pronunciation: eth-in-ill-es-tra-diol / jes-toe-deen) is a combined oral contraceptive pill, often referred to as a "birth control pill" or simply "the pill". It contains two types of hormones: an estrogen called ethinylestradiol and a progestogen called gestodene.
Etymology
The term "ethinylestradiol" is derived from the words "ethynyl", a functional group in organic chemistry, and "estradiol", a type of estrogen hormone. "Gestodene" is derived from the word "gestogen", a class of hormones, and the suffix "-ene", commonly used in organic chemistry.
Usage
Ethinylestradiol/gestodene is used to prevent pregnancy. It works by preventing ovulation, altering the cervical mucus to make it difficult for sperm to reach the egg, and changing the lining of the uterus to prevent attachment of a fertilized egg.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, ethinylestradiol/gestodene can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some common side effects include headaches, nausea, breast tenderness and mood changes. More serious side effects can include blood clots, liver problems, and increased blood pressure.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ethinylestradiol/gestodene
- Wikipedia's article - Ethinylestradiol/gestodene
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