Progesterone (BNM) TM
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Active ingredients: progesterone
Pack: Progesterone (BNM) 200 mg pessary, 42, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PROGESTERONE BNM 200 progesterone 200 mg soft vaginal capsule blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Luteal phase support, Luteal Support of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) cycles.,Support during pregnancy, Prevention of preterm birth in women with singleton pregnancy who have a short cervix (midtrimester sonographic cervix less than or equal to 25 mm) and/or a history of spontaneous preterm birth., Treatment of unexplained threatened miscarriage in women with bleeding in the current pregnancy and a history of at least three or more previous miscarriages.,Use in women with less than three miscarriages may be warranted in those with reduced chances of future pregnancy such as those undergoing IVF treatment with limited viable egg and/or embryo availability or advanced fertility age. However, the benefit of treatment in clinical trials was limited to women with three or more miscarriages. (See Section 5 Pharmacological properties; Clinical trials; Threatened Unexplained Miscarriage)
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, soft
- Vaginal
- Ovoid soft gelatin capsules, off white coloured containing a thick whitish suspension, approx. 16 mm long and approx. 9.6 mm wide.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 42 capsules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient progesterone
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
