Dexter, they say its progesterone but for all we know, they could be using some kind of progestin with similar effects. Too much to assume or speculate but thats just my 2 pennies.

(08-31-2012 3:23 AM)zerosix85 Wrote:  Dexter, they say its progesterone but for all we know, they could be using some kind of progestin with similar effects. Too much to assume or speculate but thats just my 2 pennies.

Exactly what I'm saying / thinking.
Progesterone doesn't mean "PROGESTERONE".

Kindof like vitamin & mineral supplements. When it says calcium, it could be lots of different types of calcium.

These links are about PROGESTINS (Progesterone Type)
http://contraception.about.com/od/thepil...s.htm?rd=1http://contraception.about.com/od/thepill/tp/ProgestinTypes.htm

Quote:Different Progestin Types
Types of Progestin Found in Combination Birth Control Pills
By Dawn Stacey M.Ed, LMHC, About.com Guide
Updated April 22, 2011
8 types of Progestin
1. Norethindrone
2. Norethindrone Acetate
3. Ethynodiol Diacetate
4. Levonorgestrel
5. Norgestrel
6. Desogestrel
7. Norgestimate
8. Drospirenone

No use of "PROGESTERONE" though.