Prochieve
Generic name:progesterone vaginal [ proe-JESS-te-rone-VAJ-in-al ]
Brand names: Crinone, Endometrin, FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200, Prochieve
Drug class:Progestins
The Prochieve brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Prochieve?
Progesterone is a female hormone important for ovulation and menstruation. Progesterone causes changes in the lining of your uterus, making it easier for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus at the beginning of pregnancy. Progesterone then helps your body maintain the pregnancy.
Prochieve (for use in the vagina) is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not yet reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of progesterone in the body.
Prochieve is also used in fertility treatment as part of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) for women unable to get pregnant due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body.
Prochieve is also used to prevent overgrowth in the lining of the uterus in postmenopausal women who are receiving estrogen hormone replacement therapy.
Prochieve may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Prochieve if you have: a history of stroke or blood clot, circulation problems, liver disease, breast or uterine cancer, abnormal vaginal bleeding, or if you have recently had a tubal pregnancy or an incomplete abortion.
Some forms of vaginal progesterone may contain plant-based oils. Tell your doctor if you have any type of food allergy.
Do not use if you are pregnant, unless you are using progesterone as part of your fertility treatment.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Prochieve if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it, or if you have:
a history of stroke, blood clot, or circulation problems;
breast or uterine cancer;
abnormal vaginal bleeding;
liver disease;
any type of food allergy (some forms of vaginal progesterone may contain plant-based oils); or
if you have recently had a tubal pregnancy or an incomplete or "missed" abortion.
To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
