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nomegestrol acetate

Synthetic progestin (19-norprogesterone derivative) · Progestin

Synthetic progestin (19-norprogesterone derivative)Progestin
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
not curated
INTERACTIONS
none in our sources
PREGNANCY
X
FDA category + note

Mechanism

It has weak antiandrogenic property, is less antiovulatory, but has strong antiestrogenic effect on endometrium. Adverse effects on lipid profile and glucose tolerance appear to be lacking.

Pregnancy & lactation

Pregnancy

X

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Sources: KD Tripathi 7e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team