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Are progesterone shows good for preterm labor?
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Yes: In a select group of patients , those with a single fetus, and prior preterm delivery, have benefitted from taking a specific kind of progesterone.
Answered 8/8/2012
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Only for prevention!: Progesterone (injections or vaginal preparations) can help prevent preterm birth in high-risk women by up to 75%. It is no good once preterm labor is diagnosed and has been shown to be very safe for both mother and baby. Ask your obstetrician about it!
Answered 6/30/2014
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