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Will taking cyclogest (progesterone) for entire pregnancy cause harm to fetus?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Progesterone does: Not have an fda classification for pregnancy. The vaginal gel is sometimes used in women who have a short cervix to help prevent premature delivery. But, please tell your OB that you are using it, i assume for depression.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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