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  1. Fields of Study
  2. endocrinology
  3. hormones and hormone-related substances
  4. synthetic hormones
  5. synthetic progestogens
  6. 17 alpha-hydroxyprogesterone caproate
  1. Animals, Livestock, One Health
  2. endocrinology
  3. hormones and hormone-related substances
  4. synthetic hormones
  5. synthetic progestogens
  6. 17 alpha-hydroxyprogesterone caproate

Preferred term

17 alpha-hydroxyprogesterone caproate

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information Hydroxyprogesterone derivative that acts as a progestin and is used to reduce the risk of recurrent miscarriage and of premature birth. It is also used in combination with estrogen in the management of menstruation disorders.

    Source: Medical Subject Headings

    Type: Concept definition

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Synonyms

  • 17 alpha-hydroxyprogesterone capronate
  • 17 alpha-oxyprogesterone capronate
  • 17-hydroxyprogesterone capronate
  • delalutin
  • hydroxyprogesterone caproate
  • hydroxyprogesterone hexanoate

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/235410

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