Drug reference
desogestrel
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Drug class
Endocrine (Progestin Preparations)
Mechanism of action
Desogestrel main therapeutic effect due to its mechanism of action is known to be related to the inhibition of the ovulation in 97% of the cycles. This effect was proven in clinical trials in non-breastfeeding women from which the Pearl failure rate was reported to be of 0.17 per 100 women-years.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Depressed mood
- Libido decreased
- Breast pain
- Amenorrhoea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is desogestrel?
desogestrel belongs to: Endocrine.
How does desogestrel work?
Desogestrel main therapeutic effect due to its mechanism of action is known to be related to the inhibition of the ovulation in 97% of the cycles. This effect was proven in clinical trials in non-breastfeeding women from which the Pearl failure rate was reported to be of 0.17 per 100 women-years.
What are the common side effects of desogestrel?
Headache, Nausea, Depressed mood, Libido decreased, Breast pain, Amenorrhoea
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