Dosing & Uses
Contraception
Pending FDA approval of over-the-counter (OTC) availability for daily oral contraception
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Mechanism of Action
Progestin-only oral contraceptive; suppresses ovulation, thickens cervical mucus resulting in lower sperm penetration), alters follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) concentrations, slows ovum passage through fallopian tubes, and alters endometrial lining
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