desogestrel

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A synthetic progestogen C₂₂H₃₀O used in birth control pills in combination with ethinylestradiol.

Pronunciation

/ˌdɛs.əˈd͡ʒɛ.stɹəl/

Word forms

desogestrel

Etymology

Blend of desoxy- + etonogestrel.

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