Drug reference
ethinyl estradiol-gestodene
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Drug class
Endocrine (Gonadal Hormones)
Mechanism of action
Ethinyl estradiol: Reduces LHRH release from hypothalamus, reduces gonadotropin release from pituitary; increases synthesis of DNA, RNA, and various proteins in target tissues; Gestodene: is a progestin medication which is used in birth control pills for women. It is also used in menopausal hormone therapy.
Common side effects
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Depressed mood
- Weight gain
- Decreased libido
- Breast pain, breast tenderness
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is ethinyl estradiol-gestodene?
ethinyl estradiol-gestodene belongs to: Endocrine.
How does ethinyl estradiol-gestodene work?
Ethinyl estradiol: Reduces LHRH release from hypothalamus, reduces gonadotropin release from pituitary; increases synthesis of DNA, RNA, and various proteins in target tissues; Gestodene: is a progestin medication which is used in birth control pills for women. It is also used in menopausal hormone therapy.
What are the common side effects of ethinyl estradiol-gestodene?
Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Depressed mood, Weight gain, Decreased libido, Breast pain, breast tenderness
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