Uses
L(+)-Norgestrel is an excellent progestational and ovulation inhibiting steroid. The bioactive enantiomer is levorotatory. Progestogen; oral contraceptive.
Definition
ChEBI: Dexonorgestrel is a 17alpha-hydroxy steroid and a terminal acetylenic compound. It is functionally related to a norgestrel. It is an enantiomer of a levonorgestrel.
Safety Profile
Moderately toxic byintraperitoneal route. Human male reproductive effects byingestion: disorders of spermatogenesis and theandrogenic endocrine system, impotence and othereffects. Human female reproductive effects by severalroutes: changes in the ute