Noretynodrel
Noretynodrel (pronounced: noh-REH-tin-oh-drel) is a synthetic progestational hormone used in oral contraceptives. It is a derivative of Progesterone, a naturally occurring female sex hormone.
Etymology
The term "Noretynodrel" is derived from the words "norethindrone" and "ethynodiol diacetate," which are other types of progestins.
Usage
Noretynodrel is primarily used in combination with Ethinylestradiol in oral contraceptives. It works by preventing ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary) and by causing changes in the mucus of the cervix, which make it difficult for sperm to penetrate and for an egg to implant.
Related Terms
- Progestin: A synthetic form of progesterone that is used in contraceptive pills.
- Ethinylestradiol: A synthetic estrogen used in contraceptive pills.
- Ovulation: The release of an egg from an ovary.
- Cervix: The lower, narrow end of the uterus that forms a canal between the uterus and vagina.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Noretynodrel
- Wikipedia's article - Noretynodrel
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski