Progesterone is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Female Infertility, Hormonal Imbalance. Secondary and off-label uses of Progesterone have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Progesterone. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Progesterone also has some side effects, the most common being Back Pain, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Progesterone as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Progesterone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Progesterone's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Progesterone has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Progesterone related warnings section.
Progesterone is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Progesterone have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Progesterone with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Progesterone is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Progesterone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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Is the use of Progesterone safe for pregnant women?
Progesterone can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Progesterone, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Progesterone safe during breastfeeding?
Progesterone may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Progesterone, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Progesterone.
What is the effect of Progesterone on the Kidneys?
Progesterone rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Progesterone on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Progesterone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Progesterone on the Heart?
Progesterone is rarely harmful for the heart.
Progesterone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Progesterone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Progesterone habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Progesterone.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Progesterone will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Progesterone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Progesterone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Progesterone
There is no information on the effects of taking Progesterone with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Progesterone
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Progesterone with alcohol.
Progesterone is available in oral form as well as in topical form as a cream. The medicine should be taken as prescribed by the physician.
It is always recommended to take different hormones at a different time to prevent interactions. Thyroid medications are lifelong drugs which when not taken can lead to serious consequences. Space both the hormones in consultation with your gynaecologist.
Yes,Progesterone is a naturally produced steroid hormone which is produced by the ovaries in a female body, during the second half of the menstrual cycle.
Yes, acne has been reported in people taking Progesterone. However, the role of Progesterone remains unclear in acne formation because of lack of exact scientific research on the same.
Progesterone helps in regulating the menstrual cycle. It prepares the uterus for pregnancy. After ovulation every month, it thickens the uterine wall to prepare to receive the fertilized egg, however, if there is no fertilization, the levels of progesterone drop and menstruation begins. In case of fertilization the fertilized egg implants in the uterine wall, progesterone helps maintain the thickness of the uterine wall throughout the duration of pregnancy.
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