Hydroxyprogesterone
Uses
Hydroxyprogesterone is used to manage premature labor.
How it Works
How Hydroxyprogesterone Works Hydroxyprogesterone is a progestin, a type of female hormone.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Hydroxyprogesterone include injection site pain, injection site swelling, and red spots or bumps.
Expert Advice
- Hydroxyprogesterone is used in pregnant women to help reduce the risk of preterm birth.
- It is indicated only for women who have experienced a preterm delivery in the past.
- It is not recommended for use in women carrying multiple pregnancies (twins, triplets, etc.).
- Administration is to be conducted only by or under the immediate supervision of a physician.
- Your doctor can initiate weekly injections between 16 and 20 weeks of gestation and continue until week 37 or until delivery.
- Hydroxyprogesterone may influence blood sugar levels; therefore, regular monitoring of blood sugar is advised.
- Notify your doctor if you experience yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, or abdominal pain, as these may indicate a serious liver condition.
- Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Chest, groin, or leg pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Sudden severe headache
- Slurred speech
- Sudden unexplained shortness of breath
- Sudden loss of coordination
- Vision changes
Other Combinations
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