Hydroxy Progesterone Medication Information
Get detailed information on Hydroxy Progesterone, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Hydroxy Progesterone provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Hydroxy Progesterone Pronunciation : hy-droxy-pro-ges-ter-one Therapeutic Classification : Endocrine and Metabolic AgentsTrade Names/Brand Names of Hydroxy Progesterone
India :
Proden -Depot |
Provendepot (250 mg) |
Ogestin 250 |
Glutron |
Proeve Depot |
Dyno (2 ml) |
Retane |
Zeni |
Sofnin (500 mg) |
Napro
International :
Makena
Why is Hydroxy Progesterone Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a synthetic hormone, prescribed for miscarriage, uterine bleeding, and endometrial cancer.When should Hydroxy Progesterone not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, breast cancer, pregnancy, lactation, severe liver disease, bleeding disorder and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Hydroxy Progesterone?
IM- The recommended dose is 250 to 500 mg weekly by intramuscular injection during the first half of pregnancy.How should Hydroxy Progesterone be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the large muscle.What are the warnings and precautions for Hydroxy Progesterone?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of abdominal bleeding, tumors, abortion, sugar, mental depression, any allergy, who are taking other medications.• Monitor blood sugar level in diabetic patients.
• If bleeding disorder occurs, stop this medication.
