Ethynodiol diacetate
- Generic Name
- Ethynodiol diacetate
- Brand Names
- Kelnor 1/35 28 Day, Kelnor 1/50 28 Day, Zovia 1/35e 28 Day, Zovia 1/50e 28 Day
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C24H32O4
- CAS Number
- 297-76-7
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 62H10A1236
Overview
A synthetic progestational hormone used alone or in combination with estrogens as an oral contraceptive. Although etynodiol or ethynodiol are sometimes used as a synonym for ethynodiol diacetate, what is usually being referred to is actually ethynodiol diacetate and not ethynodiol (which is a separate drug that has never been marketed, see Etynodiol).
Background
A synthetic progestational hormone used alone or in combination with estrogens as an oral contraceptive. Although etynodiol or ethynodiol are sometimes used as a synonym for ethynodiol diacetate, what is usually being referred to is actually ethynodiol diacetate and not ethynodiol (which is a separate drug that has never been marketed, see Etynodiol).
Indication
For the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use this product as a method of contraception.
Associated Conditions
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Hypermenorrhea
- Menstrual Distress (Dysmenorrhea)
- Pain
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
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