Progesterone
Information about Progesterone
Progesterone Uses
Progesterone is used in the treatment of hormone replacement therapy and female infertility. It is also used to restore menstruation in women with secondary amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual cycles).
How Progesterone works
Progesterone is a progesterone (female hormone). It works on the lining of the uterus and helps to establish and maintain pregnancy in infertile women. It helps in protecting the uterus from the negative effects of oestrogen when used for the treatment of postmenopausal symptoms.
Common side effects of Progesterone
Headache, Fatigue, Joint pain, Cough, Abnormal menstrual bleeding, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Slurred speech, Pain behind eyes, Vertigo
Available Medicine for Progesterone
Seacure OAkumentis Healthcare Ltd
₹2731 variant(s)
DivagestJagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹437 to ₹4902 variant(s)
SrgestOrdain Health Care Global Pvt Ltd
₹299 to ₹3992 variant(s)
Art-LutonShield Health Care Pvt Ltd
₹33001 variant(s)
Mini-LutonShield Health Care Pvt Ltd
₹19401 variant(s)
FM GestEndocard India Pvt Ltd
₹3201 variant(s)
OngestSignova Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹3851 variant(s)
ProlifePharmed Ltd
₹45 to ₹3204 variant(s)
RonygestRonyd Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹99 to ₹2092 variant(s)
Firm UPAbbott
₹1451 variant(s)
Expert advice for Progesterone
- Progesterone is used in the treatment of female infertility and as a part of hormone replacement therapy.
- It regulates menstrual cycles, treats heavy bleeding, and prevents thickening of the uterus.
- It is also used to restore menstruation in women with secondary amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual cycles).
- It should be taken without food, preferably in the evening or at bedtime.
- It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Progesterone affects you.
- It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.