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GlossaryLevonorgestrel (emergency contraceptive pill)

synthetic hormone used in emergency contraception like Plan B

Levonorgestrel is a synthetic hormone used in various forms of contraception, including emergency contraceptive pills like Plan B. It works by preventing ovulation, fertilization, or implantation of a fertilized egg, thereby reducing the chance of pregnancy if taken shortly after unprotected sex.

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research Awareness of Sudanese Married Women About the Use of Hormonal Contraceptives

1 citations, January 2020 in “Journal of quality in health care & economics”

Most Sudanese married women in the study used contraceptives and knew about them, but many didn't know about emergency contraceptives or extra benefits beyond family planning.

research Family Planning 2011: Better Use of Existing Methods, New Strategies, and More Informed Choices for Female Contraception

11 citations, June 2012 in “Human Reproduction Update”

The conclusion is that there is a high demand for new contraceptives that provide both pregnancy prevention and protection against STIs, along with additional health benefits.

research Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Caused by Etonogestrel Implantation: A Rare Presentation

1 citations, June 2022 in “JAAD case reports”

A woman developed a severe skin reaction after getting a birth control implant.

research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives

January 2014 in “Side effects of drugs annual”

Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.

research Steroid Hormones: Overview and Medical Applications

3 citations, January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.

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community Any updates on verteporfin or FAK inhibitors regarding donor area hair regeneration? or, when can we expect updates?

in Technology 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Verteporfin and FAK inhibitors being looked at as potential treatments for hair regeneration, with updates on the unofficial off-label human trial being discussed.

community Starting Pyrilutamide tomorrow. Will keep everyone updated

in Research/Science 179 upvotes 2 years ago

The user healthydudenextdoor starting a new topical anti-androgen hair loss treatment, Pyrilutamide, and discussing their current regimen of finasteride and minoxidil.

community Cumshotdiva II Drink min/Topical Min/MN/Just started fin/multivitamins/D3/Kvitamin /Tret/Keto

in Progress Pictures 16 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shared progress pictures and discussed using oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, recently starting finasteride, multivitamins, vitamin D3, vitamin K, tretinoin, and ketoconazole for hair loss. The conversation focuses on the effectiveness of these treatments.

community Almost 3 months on pyrilutamide

in Treatment 32 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with Pyrilutamide, which they have been taking for 3 months to treat their aggressive male pattern baldness. The user reported that the medication decreased shedding and was hopeful it would work as advertised.

community Reminder: You cannot donate blood if you are taking Fin or Dut

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 721 upvotes 1 month ago

You cannot donate blood if you are taking finasteride or dutasteride due to potential risks to pregnant women. Finasteride has a shorter wait time to donate blood compared to dutasteride, and both oral and topical forms can disqualify you from donating.

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