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Is Norethisterone vegetarian?

Norethisterone

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Norethisterone, also known as norethindrone, is a synthetic progestin medication used in birth control pills and hormone therapy, and for treating gynecological disorders.

Also known as 19-Norpregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one, 17-hydroxy-, (17alpha)-, Norethindrone
INCI name Norethisterone
CAS number 68-22-4
EC number 200-681-6
CosIng ID 81820
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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