Lynestrenol

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Also known as:  Lynoestrenol

 

Description

Lynestrenol is a type of (19-Carbon) Progestin (i.e. it is a synthetic analog of Progesterone).

 

Conventional Medical Usage of Lynestronol

Sexual System

 Lynestronol is a component of some brands of the Oral Contraceptive Pill (combined with synthetic Estrogens).

 

Toxic Effects of Lynestronol

Lynestronol's toxicity is similar to that of other Progestins.

 

Bioavailability

 The duration of action of Lynestronol is one to three days.

 

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