levonorgestrel
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noun \ˌlē-və-nȯr-ˈjes-trəl\Definition of LEVONORGESTREL
: the levorotatory form of a synthetic progestin C21H28O2 used especially in oral contraceptives
Origin of LEVONORGESTREL
lev- + norgestrel, a progestin
First Known Use: 1977
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noun \ˌlē-və-nȯr-ˈjes-trəl\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of LEVONORGESTREL
: the levorotatory form of norgestrel used in birth control pills and contraceptive implants—see norplant
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