Prometrium

Prometrium

     * Generic Name: progesterone
     * Brand Name: Prometrium


     * What is progesterone (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause
       Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * What are the possible side effects of progesterone (First
       Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * What is the most important information I should know about
       progesterone (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula
       Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using
       progesterone (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula
       Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * How should I use progesterone (First Progesterone MC10,
       Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * What happens if I miss a dose (First Progesterone MC10,
       Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * What happens if I overdose (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause
       Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * What should I avoid while using progesterone (First
       Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * What other drugs will affect progesterone (First Progesterone
       MC10, Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?
     * Where can I get more information (First Progesterone MC10,
       Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?

What is progesterone (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula
Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   Progesterone is a female hormone important for the regulation of
   ovulation and menstruation.

   Progesterone is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not
   yet reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of
   progesterone in the body. Progesterone is also used to prevent
   overgrowth in the lining of the uterus in postmenopausal women
   who are receiving estrogen hormone replacement therapy.

   Progesterone should not be used to prevent heart disease or dementia,
   because this medicine may actually increase your risk of developing
   these conditions.

   Progesterone may also be used for purposes not listed in this
   medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of progesterone (First Progesterone MC10,
Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
   hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or
   throat.

   Call your doctor at once if you have:
     * unusual vaginal bleeding;
     * pain or burning when you urinate;
     * a breast lump;
     * sudden vision problems, severe headache or pain behind your eyes;
     * symptoms of depression (sleep problems, weakness, mood
       changes);
     * severe dizziness or drowsiness, spinning sensation, confusion,
       shortness of breath;
     * heart attack symptoms--chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to
       your jaw or shoulder, nausea, sweating;
     * liver problems--nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tired feeling,
       loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools,
       jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
     * signs of a stroke--sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one
       side of the body), sudden severe headache, slurred speech, problems
       with speech or balance;
     * signs of a blood clot in the lung--chest pain, sudden cough,
       wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing up blood; or
     * signs of a blood clot in your leg--pain, swelling, warmth, or
       redness in one or both legs.

   Common side effects may include:
     * drowsiness, dizziness;
     * breast pain;
     * mood changes;
     * headache;
     * constipation, diarrhea, heartburn;
     * bloating, swelling in your hands or feet;
     * joint pain;
     * hot flashes; or
     * vaginal discharge.

   This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call
   your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side
   effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about progesterone
(First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   You should not use progesterone if you have: abnormal vaginal bleeding,
   a history of breast cancer, liver disease, or if you have
   recently had a heart attack, stroke, or blood clot.

   Do not use if you are pregnant.

   Progesterone should not be used to prevent heart disease or
   dementia, because this medicine may actually increase your risk of
   developing these conditions.

   Using progesterone can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke,
   heart attack, or breast cancer.

   Prometrium Patient Information including How Should I Take
   Premenstrual Syndrome:A Visual Guide to PMS Symptoms, Causes and
   Treatments

   A Visual Guide to PMS Slideshow
 

   Take the Menopause Quiz
   Pelvic Pain:What's Causing Your Pelvic Pain?

   Pelvic Pain Slideshow

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using progesterone
(First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   You should not use progesterone if you are allergic to it, or if you
   have:
     * abnormal vaginal bleeding that a doctor has not checked;
     * a history of breast cancer;
     * liver disease;
     * a peanut allergy;
     * if you are pregnant;
     * if you have had a stroke, heart attack, or blood clot within the
       past year; or
     * if you have recently had an incomplete miscarriage or "missed"
       abortion.

   Using progesterone can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, heart
   attack, or breast cancer.

   To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you
   have:
     * heart disease, circulation problems;
     * migraines;
     * asthma;
     * kidney disease;
     * seizures or epilepsy;
     * a history of depression; or
     * risk factors for coronary artery disease (such as high
       blood pressure, diabetes, lupus, high cholesterol,
       family history of coronary artery disease, smoking, being
       overweight).

   Do not use progesterone if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn
   baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

   Progesterone can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby.
   Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use progesterone (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula
Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this
   medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

   Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets
   provided to you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any
   questions.

   Take the progesterone capsule with a full glass of water. It is best to
   take the medicine at night because progesterone can make you dizzy or
   drowsy.

   Apply progesterone cream to the skin as directed by your doctor.

   Progesterone is sometimes used for only a short time, such as 10 to 12
   days during each menstrual cycle. Follow your doctor's dosing
   instructions very carefully.

   Have regular physical exams and self-examine your breasts for lumps on
   a monthly basis while using progesterone.

   If you need surgery or medical tests or if you will be on bed rest, you
   may need to stop using this medicine for a short time. Any doctor or
   surgeon who treats you should know that you are using progesterone.

   Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

   Prometrium Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose
   Premenstrual Syndrome:A Visual Guide to PMS Symptoms, Causes and
   Treatments

   A Visual Guide to PMS Slideshow
 

   Take the Menopause Quiz
   Pelvic Pain:What's Causing Your Pelvic Pain?

   Pelvic Pain Slideshow

What happens if I miss a dose (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula
Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it
   is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine
   to make up the missed dose.

   Call your doctor if you miss more than one dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula
Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at
   1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while using progesterone (First Progesterone MC10,
Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   Progesterone may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you
   drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.

What other drugs will affect progesterone (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause
Formula Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   There may be other drugs that can interact with progesterone. Tell your
   doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription,
   over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new
   medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information (First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula
Progesterone, Prometrium)?

   Your pharmacist can provide more information about progesterone.
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