Micronised Progesterone

Drug Class:	Commonly Known As:	Category:
Progesterone	Utrogestan

Micronised Progesterone - What is it for

Micronised progesterone (also known as Utrogestan®) is a type of progestogen that 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
Maintennce of pregnancy once implantation occurs
Enhance implantation of a fertilized egg (routinely used for during IVF) and to decrease the risk of spontaneous abortion (miscarriage)
Management of various abnormal uterine bleeding including absence of menstrual flow and heavy menstrual flow and heavy menstrual bleeding
Management of menopause in combination with estrogen replacement therapy

It is important to use micronised progesterone as directed by your healthcare professional.