Aygestin

Aygestin is a brand name of norethindrone, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):

AYGESTIN (norethindrone acetate - tablet; oral)

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  Manufacturer: DURAMED RES
  
  Approval date: April 21, 1982
  
  Strength(s): 5MG ^[RLD][AB]

Has a generic version of Aygestin been approved?

Yes. The following products are equivalent to Aygestin:

norethindrone acetate tablet; oral

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  Manufacturer: BARR
  
  Approval date: May 25, 2001
  
  Strength(s): 5MG ^[AB]


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  Manufacturer: GLENMARK GENERICS
  
  Approval date: July 21, 2010
  
  Strength(s): 5MG ^[AB]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Aygestin. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.

Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Aygestin.

See also...

• Aygestin Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Aygestin Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Aygestin AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
• Norethindrone Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Norethindrone Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Norethindrone Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Norethindrone Acetate AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)