Could a simple progesterone shot replace standard IVF drugs?

NCT ID NCT07350317

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 4 trial will compare a daily shot of natural progesterone (Prolutex) against the standard drug cetrorelix for preventing early ovulation in women undergoing freeze-all IVF. About 230 women aged 18-40 will be enrolled. The goal is to see if progesterone works just as well, potentially offering a simpler and cheaper option.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

subcutaneous natural progesterone (Prolutex)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a simpler, more cost-effective alternative to current medications for preventing early ovulation during IVF.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage comparison of two approved drugs, so the new use may not prove as effective. The trial is small (230 participants) and not yet recruiting, so results are uncertain.

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