Progesterone
Brand names: Prometrium
Drug class: Progesterone
Prescription only
Available as: oral, topical, injection, vaginal
What is progesterone used for?
- Amenorrhea
- Endometrial hyperplasia
- Female infertility
- Uterine hemorrhage
PROMETRIUM ® (progesterone, USP) Capsules are indicated for use in the prevention of endometrial hyperplasia in nonhysterectomized postmenopausal women who are receiving conjugated estrogens tablets. They are also indicated for use in secondary amenorrhea.
Progesterone price
Generic: From $0.23 each, about $6.87 for 30 (100 mg capsule); other forms from $1.36 per mL (500 mg/10 mL vial).
Brand: Prometrium: from $15.91 each, about $477 for 30 (100 mg capsule).