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Synestrol (DIENESTROL)
At a glance
| Generic name | DIENESTROL |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Johnson & Johnson |
| Drug class | dienestrol |
| Target | Estrogen receptor |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Other |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
| First approval | 1947 |
Approved indications
- Atrophic vaginitis
- Atrophic vulva
- Dyspareunia
Common side effects
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| FDA label | Mechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions |