Gestodene is a progestogen hormonal contraceptive. Products containing gestoden include Meliane, which contains 20 mcg of ethinylestradiol and 75 mcg of gestodene; and Gynera, which contains 30 mcg of ethinylestradiol and 75 mcg of gestodene. |
Synonyms | Gestoden Gestodeno [inn-spanish] Gestodenum [inn-latin]
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absorption
in vitro 99% using 3H=R5020 / in vivo similar to progesterone
half life
16 to 18 hrs.