Progestogens

Dydrogesterone, medroxyprogesterone and norethisterone are types of progestogens.

Progestogens can be used for the following purposes:

• Preparing the uterus for implantation of a fertilized egg, where the egg sticks to the wall of uterus
• Maintenance of pregnancy once implantation occurs
• Enhance implantation of a fertilized egg (routinely used during in vitro fertilization (IVF)) and to decrease the risk of spontaneous abortion (miscarriage)
• Management of various abnormal uterine bleeding including absence of menstrual flow and heavy menstrual bleeding
• Management of menopause in combination with estrogen replacement therapy

It is important to use the correct progestogen as directed by your healthcare professional.