Prog 500mg Injection
Manufacturer
Auriga Labs
Salt Composition
Hydroxyprogesterone (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Prog 500mg Injection is used to prevent premature labor in pregnant women to reduce the risk of giving birth too early (preterm birth).
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Prog 500mg Injection is administered only by or under the supervision of a doctor. It should be taken as your doctor advises. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You should take this injection for as long as it is prescribed for you. The most common side effects of this medicine include local site reactions at the injection site, nausea, itching, diarrhea, and rash. If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It may affect blood sugar levels, so monitor your blood sugar regularly. It is better to inform the doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain while using this medicine.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Prog 500mg Injection is a progestin (female hormone).
Quick Tips
Prog 500mg Injection is used in pregnant women to help lower the risk of giving birth too early (preterm birth). It is only given to a woman who has had a preterm delivery in the past. It is not for use in women who are pregnant with more than one baby (twins, triplets, etc.). It is administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor. It may affect blood sugar levels, so monitor your blood sugar regularly.
Frequently asked questions
What is Prog 500mg Injection? What is it used for?
Prog 500mg Injection is a type of female sex hormone called progesterone. It's used to reduce the risk of preterm delivery (early birth) in pregnant women who have had a baby delivered prematurely before.
How and in what dose should I use Prog 500mg Injection?
Prog 500mg Injection is given as an injection by a doctor or trained nurse. The exact dose will be determined by your doctor based on your individual medical condition.
What if I miss a dose of Prog 500mg Injection?
Ideally, you should try to not miss any doses. However, if you miss a dose, contact your doctor as soon as possible.
Who should not receive Prog 500mg Injection?
Prog 500mg Injection is contraindicated in patients with: <br> - Blood clots or other blood clotting problems, either now or in the past <br> - High blood pressure not adequately controlled <br> - Liver problems, including liver tumors <br> - Breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive cancers, either now or in the past <br> - Unusual vaginal bleeding not related to current pregnancy <br> - Jaundice (yellowing of skin) due to liver problems during pregnancy
