Drug reference
hydroxyprogesterone acetate
Hormonal drug (Progestin) · Anticancer
Hormonal drug (Progestin)Anticancer
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
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not curated
INTERACTIONS
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none in our sources
PREGNANCY
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not curated
Mechanism
Hydroxyprogesterone acetate acts as a progestin, modifying the growth of hormone-dependent tumours to bring about temporary remission in certain advanced or metastatic cases.
Indications
Advanced, recurrent and metastatic endometrial carcinomaMetastatic carcinoma breast (unresponsive to tamoxifen)
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Sources: KD Tripathi 7e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team