17 alpha-Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate

**Definition:** 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.

**Tree numbers:** - D04.210.500.745.745.654.829.395.400.500 - D06.472.334.851.687.750.478.400.250

**Synonyms:** - 17 alpha-Oxyprogesterone Capronate - 17-alpha-Hydroxy-Progesterone Caproate - 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Capronate - Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate - Hydroxyprogesterone Hexanoate - Oxyprogesterone Caproate