Tuesday August 25, 1998 - Question 11

Which of the following statements are correct concerning progesterone, USP (Prometrium)?

A) Prometrium brand of progesterone, USP is the first commercially available oral micronized progesterone.

B) Progesterone, USP used in this product is derived from equine sources.

C) The drug is approved for use as an oral contraceptive.

D) Micronized progesterone is poorly absorbed compared to other forms of oral progesterone.

E) Patients allergic to eggs should not use this form of oral progesterone.
 

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