Brand Name Manufacturers

Caposten by ?
Capton by ?
Caprosteron by ?
Hormofort by ?
Delalutin by ?
Depolut by ?
Estralutin by ?
Neolutin by ?
Primolut-Depot by ?
Progesteron-retard by ?
Prolutin-Depot by ?
Syngynon by ?

Generic Manufacturers

Hylutin by Hyrex
Moore, H.L.
Rugby
Schein
Steris

Pharmacology

Progestogen (progesterone derivative)

Delivery

125 and 250mg/ml sustained-release intramuscular injection

Typical dosage

125mg-250/2-4wks intramuscular injection

Availability

Approved by U.S. FDA

Indications

Unusual menstrual bleeding. Endometriosis.

Contraindications

Active or past blood clotting disorders. Cerebral clotting or haemorrhage.

Adverse reactions

CNS

Headache. Insomnia. Loss of coordination. Mental depression. Sleepiness. Slurred speech. Weakness, numbness, or pain in extremeties.

Eyes

Change of vision. Retinal blood clots. Inflamed optic nerves.

Gastrointestinal

Cholestatic jaundice. Nausea.

Skin

Skin discoloration, rash, itching, and other allergic reactions.

Other

Blood clotting disorders. Chest pain. Decreased glucose tolerance. Fever. Fluid retention. Shortness of breath.

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