Progesterone (Natural Micronized)
Information about Progesterone (Natural Micronized)
Progesterone (natural micronized) uses
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) is used for 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 (natural micronized) works
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) is a progesterone (female hormone). It helps to establish and maintain pregnancy. It also prevents the increase in thickness of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) caused by estrogen.
Common side effects of progesterone (natural micronized)
Abdominal pain, Sleepiness, Absence of menstrual periods, Itching, Flatulence, Nausea, Depression, Breast tenderness, Abnormal vaginal bleeding, Altered menstrual cycle, Edema (swelling), Change in body weight, Changes in cervical secretion, Cholestatic jaundice, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Red spots or bumps, Acne, Hair loss, Excessive hair growth on face, Anaphylactic reaction, Fever, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Soreness, Diarrhea, Vaginal irritation, Vaginal dryness, Dementia, Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the legs), Myocardial infarction, Stroke, Pulmonary embolism, Breast cancer
Available Medicine for Progesterone (Natural Micronized)
Expert advice for Progesterone (Natural Micronized)
- Progesterone (Natural Micronized) is a natural progesterone available as a micronized formulation which helps in better absorption of this medicine.
- It is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy generally in combination with an estrogen.
- It may also be used in the treatment of problems related to menstrual periods such as amenorrhea (absence of periods).
- It also helps in the maintenance of pregnancy in women who are at higher risk of miscarriage.
- It should be taken with food.
- It may cause sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Frequently asked questions for Progesterone (Natural Micronized)
Progesterone (Natural Micronized)
Q. What is Progesterone (Natural Micronized)?
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) is a type of progesterone hormone which is extracted from plants, but its property matches with the human progesterone. This medicine undergoes a process called micronization where the size of the natural progesterone is reduced. The small size of the progesterone particles enhances its dissolution and absorption. This provides better availability of Progesterone (Natural Micronized) in the body and decreases its side effects.
Q. What is Progesterone (Natural Micronized) used to treat?
Progesterone (Natural Micronized) is used to treat various disorders. It is given to women with secondary amenorrhea (no menstruation for 3 months in menstruating women). It is used to support pregnancy, prevent premature labor and treat bleeding disorders that may occur before menopause. It may be used as a part of fertility treatment and may be given as hormone replacement therapy after menopause. It is also given to relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and painful bleeding like in dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
Q. Can you take Progesterone (Natural Micronized) every day?
Yes, Progesterone (Natural Micronized) can be taken every day. It is usually prescribed to be taken once daily in the evening or at bedtime. The usual duration of prescription may vary from 10-12 days a month to 25 days a month. However, the number of days for which you will need to take this medicine in each cycle will be suggested by your doctor depending upon your health condition.