Dienogest
Dienogest
Dienogest (pronounced: /ˈdaɪ.ɪ.noʊˌdʒɛst/) is a synthetic, steroidal progestin with antiandrogenic activity. It is used primarily in the treatment of endometriosis and menstrual disorders, and is also used in some combined oral contraceptives.
Etymology
The term "Dienogest" is derived from its chemical structure, which is a derivative of 19-nortestosterone. The prefix "Dieno-" refers to the presence of two double bonds in the molecule, while "-gest" is a common suffix for progestins, indicating its progestational activity.
Usage
Dienogest is used in the treatment of endometriosis, a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus, causing pain and sometimes infertility. It is also used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding in women who have not reached menopause and who wish to use a birth control method that is placed in the uterus to prevent pregnancy.
Related Terms
- Progestin: A type of female hormone that is given to replace the hormone progestin when the body is not making enough of it.
- Endometriosis: A disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that forms the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterine cavity.
- Menstrual disorders: Abnormalities in a woman's menstrual cycle.
- Contraceptives: Methods of preventing pregnancy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dienogest
- Wikipedia's article - Dienogest
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