Ovulen (Noun)
Meaning
Trade name for an oral contraceptive containing mestranol and a progestin compound.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed Ovulen to help regulate her patient's menstrual cycle and prevent pregnancy.
- Ovulen was one of the first oral contraceptives to be approved by the FDA for use in the US.
- The package insert for Ovulen included instructions for taking the pill and potential side effects to watch for.
- Women taking Ovulen were advised to have regular check-ups with their doctor to monitor their health and adjust the dosage as needed.
- The pharmaceutical company discontinued Ovulen in the 1990s and replaced it with newer versions of oral contraceptives.