| Bioactivity | Levonorgestrel is a synthetic progestogen used as an active ingredient in some hormonal contraceptives.Target: Progesterone ReceptorA synthetic progestational hormone with actions similar to those of progesterone and about twice as potent as its racemic or (+-)-isomer (norgestrel). It is used for contraception, control of menstrual disorders, and treatment of endometriosis. It is usually supplied in a racemic mixture (Norgestrel, 6533-00-2). Only the levonorgestrel isomer is active. Levonorgestrel is marketed mostly as a combination oral contraceptive under several brand names such as Alesse, Triphasil, and Min-Ovral [1]. | ||||||||||||
| Name | Levonorgestrel | ||||||||||||
| CAS | 797-63-7 | ||||||||||||
| Formula | C21H28O2 | ||||||||||||
| Molar Mass | 312.45 | ||||||||||||
| Appearance | Solid | ||||||||||||
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. | ||||||||||||
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| Reference | [1]. Gallos, I.D., et al., Oral progestogens vs levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system for endometrial hyperplasia: a systematic review and metaanalysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol, 2010. 203(6): p. 547 e1-10. |
Levonorgestrel
CAS: 797-63-7 F: C21H28O2 W: 312.45
Levonorgestrel is a synthetic progestogen used as an active ingredient in some hormonal contraceptives.Target: Progester
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