Description
Hydroxyprogeterone Caproate Injection (Mogogest)
Descriptions
Hydroxyprogesterone caproate injection is a man-made progestin hormone. It is used in pregnant women to help lower the risk of giving birth too early (preterm birth or giving birth less than 37 weeks of pregnancy). This medicine is given only to pregnant women who are pregnant with one baby and who have had a preterm delivery of one baby in the past.
Before Using
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Hydroxyprogesterone caproate injection is not indicated for children younger than 16 years of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of hydroxyprogesterone caproate injection in geriatric patients. This medicine should not be used in elderly women.
Breastfeeding
Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.
Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
More common
- Pain, itching, or swelling at the injection site
Less common
- Small lumps at the injection site
Incidence not known
- Anxiety
- chest pain
- cough
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- fainting
- fast heartbeat
- redness, tenderness, or warmth on the skin
- troubled breathing
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