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Is Desogestrel vegetarian?

Desogestrel

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Desogestrel is a synthetic progestin medication used in hormonal contraceptives and menopausal hormone therapy, administered orally alone or combined with an estrogen. It is chemically synthesized.

Also known as 18,19-Dinorpregn-4-en-20-yn-17-ol, 13-ethyl-11-methylene-, (17alpha)-
INCI name Desogestrel
CAS number 54024-22-5
EC number 258-929-4
CosIng ID 81804
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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