FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200

Generic name: progesterone vaginal [ proe-JESS-te-rone-VAJ-in-al ]
Brand names: Crinone, Endometrin, FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200, Prochieve
Drug class:Progestins

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 3, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200?

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.

FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200 (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.

FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200 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.

FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200 is also used to prevent overgrowth in the lining of the uterus in postmenopausal women who are receiving estrogen hormone replacement therapy.

FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200 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.

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