Medical Definition of Gestrinone
1.
A non-oestrogenic contraceptive which is a weak progestin with strong anti-progesterone properties. It is effective if used once a week orally or can also be used in intravaginal devices.
Pharmacological action: contraceptives, oral, synthetic, progestational hormones, synthetic.
Chemical name: 18,19-Dinorpregna-4,9,11-trien-20-yn-3-one, 13-ethyl-17-hydroxy-, (17alpha)-
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Gestrinone
Other Resources:
