Segesterone acetate

Segesterone acetate is a progestin medication which is used in birth control and in the treatment of gynecological disorders. It is available both alone and in combination with an estrogen. It is taken by mouth or used in the vagina.

Medical uses

Segesterone acetate is used primarily as a contraceptive in combination with ethinylestradiol in the form of a vaginal ring. It is also used in the treatment of gynecological disorders.

Side effects

The most common side effects of segesterone acetate include menstrual irregularities, headache, breast tenderness, and mood changes. Other side effects may include acne, weight gain, and vaginal discharge.

Pharmacology

Segesterone acetate works mainly by preventing the release of an egg during menstruation. It also changes the lining of the uterus to prevent pregnancy from occurring.

History

Segesterone acetate was first described in 1979 and was introduced for medical use in 1989.

Society and culture

Segesterone acetate is marketed under the brand name Annovera in the United States.

See also

• List of progestogens
• List of contraceptives

References

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