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Medicines ethinylestradiol + levonorgestrelQuestion & answer

ethinylestradiol + levonorgestrel · Medicine question

How does Logynon suppress ovulation?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Logynon suppresses ovulation by suppressing the mid-cycle surge of luteinising hormone.

Sources for this answer

LogynonBayer plc · emc · SmPC §5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties · Version 21Document updated 23 February 2023

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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Are any pharmaceutical incompatibilities known for Logynon?Are there any special requirements for disposing of or handling Logynon tablets?Can Logynon be used with glecaprevir/pibrentasvir?Does Logynon contain lactose and sucrose?Does Logynon increase the risk of venous blood clots?Does Logynon require any special storage precautions?

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