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Common name
Oxyprogesteron capronat
Synonyms: Oxyprogesteron capronat
Description
Hydroxyprogesterone caproate (Oxiprogesterone capronat) is an analogue of progesterone which is produced in the yellow body of the ovaries.
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Active Ingredients:
Hydroxyprogesterone
Therapeutic actions:
After one time injection the drug works for 7-14 days. By binding with receptors the drug enters the nucleus and activates the synthesis of RNA. It contributes to change in the mucous membrane of the womb from proliferation in to the secretory form thus helping in the egg development and implantation. The action is the same as the natural hormone.
What is it used for?:
(Indications:)
Oxiprogesterone capronat is used to treat the following conditions:
• Reccurent miscarriages with identified progesterone insufficiency
• Amenorrhea
• Vaginal bleeding
Contraindications and cautions:
In the following conditions the use of the drug should be discussed with your doctor:
• Hepatitis
• Renal insufficiency
• Mammary gland or genitals cancer
• Disposition to thrombosis.
• Heart related disease
• Hypertension
• Diabetes
• Asthma
• Epilepsy
• Migraines
• Depression
• Pregnancy
• Lactation period
• Hyperlipoproteinemia
Side effects:
There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Hydroxyprogesterone will experience it or any other.
The side-effects may include:
• From the CNS: somnulence, headache, depression, apathy, disforia
• From the Gastro-intestinal system: hepatitis, vomiting, nausea, decreased appetite, cholecystitis.
• From the Urogenital system: decreased libido, short menstrual period, unexpected bleeding.
• From Cardio-Vascular system: hypertension, , swelling, thromboembolia, thromboflebitis.
• From the endocrine system: galactorhea, alopecia, weight gain, mammary gland enlargement and pain. Hyrsutism
• Local reactions: itching, burning, rash, pain in the application spot.
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Oxiprogesterone, please read the information provided with Hydroxyprogesterone or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions:
It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Hydroxyprogesterone caproate. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe.
Consult your doctor on use of the following drugs:
• Rifampin due to possible decrease in the effectiveness
• Anabolic steroids
• Barbiturates
• Other hormones
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