Norgestrel

Description: Norgestrel (WY-3707) is a synthetic progestin commonly used alone or in combination with an estrogen for contraception. Norgestrel suppresses the secretion of luteinizing and follicle-stimulating hormones (LH and FSH), thickens cervical mucus, and slows the transit of ova through the fallopian tubes. Target: Reactive Oxygen Species, Estrogen/progestogen Receptor. Smiles: C(C)[C@@]12[C@]([C@]3([C@](CC1)([C@@]4(C(CC3)=CC(=O)CC4)[H])[H])[H])(CC[C@]2(C#C)O)[H]. References: Maruo T, et al. Co ntraception. 2007 Jun, 75(6 Suppl):S99-103.