Micronor (Noun)
Meaning
Trade name for and oral contraceptive containing the progestin compound norethindrone.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The new low-dose birth control pill Micronor is designed to work like other progestin-only pills by thickening cervical mucus, preventing sperm from reaching the egg.
- Researchers evaluated the effectiveness and side effects of the oral contraceptive Micronor compared to a generic version.
- Women taking Micronor experienced a decrease in menstrual cramping, but reported other side effects like breast tenderness and headaches.
- Micronor birth control pills contain a small dose of norethindrone that helps prevent ovulation and thus prevents pregnancy.
- According to the pharmaceutical company, Micronor can be an effective option for women who cannot tolerate estrogen-based oral contraceptives.