Chlormadinone
Chlormadinone
Chlormadinone (pronounced: klor-ma-din-own) is a synthetic progestogen that is used in hormone therapy and contraceptives. It is a derivative of progesterone, a naturally occurring female sex hormone.
Etymology
The term "Chlormadinone" is derived from the chemical structure of the compound, which includes a chlorine atom (chlor-) and a madinone group.
Usage
Chlormadinone is primarily used in the treatment of menstrual disorders, endometriosis, and as a contraceptive. It works by preventing the release of eggs from the ovaries (ovulation) and by changing the cervical mucus and the lining of the uterus.
Related Terms
- Progestogen: A type of hormone that prepares the body for pregnancy.
- Hormone therapy: Treatment that adds, blocks, or removes hormones to slow or stop the growth of certain cancers.
- Contraceptive: A method or device used to prevent pregnancy.
- Progesterone: A hormone produced by the ovaries that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy.
- Menstrual disorders: Abnormal conditions or diseases that affect a woman's menstrual cycle.
- Endometriosis: A disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that forms the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterine cavity.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chlormadinone
- Wikipedia's article - Chlormadinone
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