Use of Progestogens in Clinical Practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Progestogens are a class of steroid hormones that bind to and activate the progesterone receptor.

This book is a guide to the use of progestogens for clinicians.

Beginning with an overview of structure, biochemistry and classification, the following chapters discuss methods of administration, pharmacokinetics, metabolism and the physiological actions of progesterone.

The remaining sections of the book cover clinical usage guidelines for progestogens, their role in contraception, side effects and contraindications.

The book concludes with a chapter offering guidance on prescription writing and detailed references.

Key points

• Guide to progestogens for obstetricians and gynaecologists
• Provides step by step detail on structure, classification, and pharmacokinetics
• Includes clinical usage guidelines, side effects and contraindications
• Features chapter on prescription writing

1. Introduction and History
2. Structure, Biochemistry and Biosynthesis
3. Nomenclature and Classification
4. Routes of Administration and Bioavailability
5. Micronization
6. Pharmacokinetics and Metabolism
7. Physiological Actions of Progesterone
8. Pharmacodynamics and Selectivity of Progestins
9. Individual Progestogen Description
10. Clinical Usage Guidelines of Progestins
11. Role of Progestins in Combined Hormonal Contraception
12. Side Effects, Contraindications and Precautions
13. Patient Advice
14. Drug and Test Interactions
15. Prescription Writing
16. References

Index

Anita MV MD MNAMS MICOG FICMCH
Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Sandhya Jain MD DNB MNAMS FICOG
Associate Professor

Neerja Goel MD FAMS FICOG FIMSA FFGSI
Ex-Director Professor

All at Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, New Delhi, India