Dydrogesterone, medroxyprogesterone and norethisterone are types of progestogens.
Progestogens 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
- Maintenance of pregnancy once implantation occurs
- Enhance implantation of a fertilized egg (routinely used during in vitro fertilization (IVF)) and to decrease the risk of spontaneous abortion (miscarriage)
- Management of various abnormal uterine bleeding including absence of menstrual flow and heavy menstrual bleeding
- Management of menopause in combination with estrogen replacement therapy
It is important to use the correct progestogen as directed by your healthcare professional.
