Lynestrenol Pharmacology

Lynestrenol

About Lynestrenol
Synthetic progestogen, Hormonal Contraception
Mechanism of Action of Lynestrenol
As a synthetic oral progestogen, Lynestrenol has similar effects as that of the natural progesterone hormone. It has a strong progestational effect on the uterine endometrium by transforming the proliferative endometrium into a secretory one. It also inhibits the secretion of gonadotropin, suppresses maturation of follicles in the ovaries and ovulation, and reduces menstrual bleeding. Lynestrenol has minimal estrogenic, androgenic and anabolic effects
Pharmacokinets of Lynestrenol
Absorption: Absorbed after oral administration
Distribution: Protein binding is 96%
Metabolism: Hepatic Metabolism
Onset of Action for Lynestrenol
N/A
Duration of Action for Lynestrenol
N/A
Half Life of Lynestrenol
N/A
Side Effects of Lynestrenol
1.GI disturbances
2.Oedema
3.Rashes
4.Urticaria
5.Mental Depression
6.Altered Menstrual Cycle
Contra-indications of Lynestrenol
1.Hepatic Disease
2.Vaginal Bleeding
3.Myocardial Infarction
4.Vascular Disease
5.Deep vein thrombosis
Special Precautions while taking Lynestrenol
1.CV or Renal dysfunction
2.Epilepsy
3.Migraine
4.Asthma
5.Diabetes
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
May be used
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
N/A
Indications for Lynestrenol
1.Contraception
2.Menstrual Disorder
Interactions for Lynestrenol
Carbamazepine, Griseofulvin, Phenobarbital, Phenytoin and Rifampicin: Increased metabolism and subsequent reduction in efficacy of lynestrnol
May increase plasma levels and toxicity of ciclosporin
Typical Dosage for Lynestrenol
Contraception: Adult: 0.5 mg daily when used alone or 0.75-2.5 mg daily when used in combination with an oestrogen
Menstrual Disorders: Adult: 5-10 mg daily as cyclic regimen
Schedule of Lynestrenol
N/A
Storage Requirements for Lynestrenol
Store in a well closed container. Protect from sun light. Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Lynestrenol
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Lynestrenol
N/A

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