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Anti-estrogen plus progestin containing oral contraceptives

US6326392A · kind A · utility

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9References
13Claims
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Filing dateNov 3, 1998
Grant dateDec 4, 2001
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Expiry dateNov 3, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/56
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention provides a method of providing contraception which comprises administering to a female of child bearing age a combination of a non-uterotrophic anti-estrogen and a progestin for 28 days per 28-day menstrual cycle.

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