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Brand: Cerazette, Desorex, Emoquette, Marvelon, Mercilon
Desogestrel is a synthetic progestin used as a hormonal contraceptive. It is classified as a 'third-generation' progestin due to its structural similarity to norethindrone and its relatively low androgenic activity. Desogestrel primarily works by suppressing ovulation and thickening cervical mucus, thereby preventing sperm from reaching the egg.
For contraception to prevent pregnancy.
Outcome:
Reduced contraceptive efficacy
Mechanism:
Induction of hepatic enzymes
Outcome:
Potential reduction in contraceptive efficacy
Mechanism:
Enzyme induction
Outcome:
May slightly increase desogestrel levels
Mechanism:
Inhibition of CYP3A4 enzyme
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release implant (Year: 2026, 70% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and clinical trial data, there is a low ( <5%) likelihood of a major regulatory change in the next 5 years.
Hormonal Contraceptive, Progestin
Gonane