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Use of Progestogens in Clinical Practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology
by: Anita MV (Author), Sandhya Jain (Author),Neerja Goel (Author)
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
Publication Date: 2017-12-31
Language: English
Print Length: 140 pages
ISBN-10: 9352702182
ISBN-13: 9789352702183
Book Description
Progestogens are a class of steroid hormones that bind to and activate the progesterone receptor. This book is a guide to the use of progestogens for clinicians. Beginning with an overview of structure, biochemistry and classification, the following chapters discuss methods of administration, pharmacokinetics, metabolism and the physiological actions of progesterone. The remaining sections of the book cover clinical usage guidelines for progestogens, their role in contraception, side effects and contraindications. The book concludes with a chapter offering guidance on prescription writing and detailed references.
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Progestogens are a class of steroid hormones that bind to and activate the progesterone receptor. This book is a guide to the use of progestogens for clinicians. Beginning with an overview of structure, biochemistry and classification, the following chapters discuss methods of administration, pharmacokinetics, metabolism and the physiological actions of progesterone. The remaining sections of the book cover clinical usage guidelines for progestogens, their role in contraception, side effects and contraindications. The book concludes with a chapter offering guidance on prescription writing and detailed references.