Hydroxy Progesterone Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Hydroxy Progesterone-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Hydroxy Progesterone brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Hydroxy Progesterone Pronunciation : hy-droxy-pro-ges-ter-one Therapeutic Classification : Endocrine and Metabolic AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Hydroxy Progesterone
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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.