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Why Is Proluton Depot Injection Given During Pregnancy ?

why is proluton depot injection given during pregnancy?
Tue, 31 Jan 2012
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Proluton is Hydroxyprogesterone. It is a progesterone derivative. It supports placental function. Naturally placenta produces progesterone to support its growth. Still doctors supply artificial progesterone for additional support for placental growth. There is evidence that it prevents abortion.


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Why Is Proluton Depot Injection Given During Pregnancy ?

Hi Welcome to healthcaremagic.com Proluton is Hydroxyprogesterone. It is a progesterone derivative. It supports placental function. Naturally placenta produces progesterone to support its growth. Still doctors supply artificial progesterone for additional support for placental growth. There is evidence that it prevents abortion. Regards Dr. Jagdish