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What is the difference between levonorgestrel and estradiol?

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Progesterone: Levonorgestrel is a synthetically manufactured progestational agen as opposed to Estradiol which is an estrogen. The combination of the two hormones produces the suppression of ovulation and contraception.

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Answered 6/27/2014

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