Gestodene
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Molecular Structure
Detailed Description
CAS 60282-87-3 Gestodene
Product Name:Gestodene
CAS NO.:60282-87-3
Molecular Formula:C21H26O2
Molecular Weight:310.4299
Appearance:white or light yellow powder
Gestodene is a progestogen hormonal contraceptive.
Gestodene is androgenically neutral, meaning that contraceptive pills containing gestodene do not exhibit the androgenic side effects (e.g. acne, hirsutism, weight gain) often associated with second-generation contraceptive pills, such as those containing levonorgestrel.
The synthetic estrogen dosage in third-generation contraceptive pills (including those containing gestodene) is lower than that in second-generation oral contraceptives, reducing the likelihood of weight gain, breast tenderness and migraine.
Third-generation oral contraceptives are also suitable for use in patients with diabetes or lipid disorders because they have minimal impact on blood glucose levels and the lipid profile.
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