[A synthetic form of the naturally occurring female sex hormone progesterone. Etonogestrel binds to the cytoplasmic progesterone receptors in the reproductive system and subsequently activates progesterone receptor mediated gene expression. As a result of the negative feedback mechanism, luteinizing hormone (LH) release is inhibited, which leads to an inhibition of ovulation and an alteration in the cervical mucus and endometrium. ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0047683 - Steroid
- Pharmacologic Substance
Relation/PAR: [HS200] CONTRACEPTIVES, SYSTEMIC
Unclassified Ingredients
Relation/CHD: ETONOGESTREL 0.12 MG