Safely Buy Prometrium ( Progesterone ) from Canada Prescriptions Plus.

Indications

Prometrium is a hormone medication used to regulate ovulation and cause menstrual periods in premenopausal women who are not having periods due to a lack of progesterone.

Progesterone is a female hormone that helps regulate and increase hormone levels that some women may be missing to induce menstrual periods in premenopausal women. Your levels of the hormones progesterone and estradiol naturally fluctuate throughout your menstrual cycle, but if your levels are too low, your periods may not occur.

This hormone therapy is generally well-tolerated and has a low incidence of adverse effects. The only side effect consistently reported for Prometrium is mild and transient drowsiness which can be avoided by taking the medication before bed. Progesterone is also used to prevent endometrial hyperplasia where the uterine lining thickens and causes discomfort including heavy menstrual bleeding.

Uses and Dosage

The dose and administration instructions detailed for Prometrium will vary depending on the individual being treated. Listen to your doctor’s directives and read all packaging labels carefully to ensure the best results.

• Swallow capsule whole, do not crush or chew
• Take with a full glass of water before bed
• For menstrual bleeding regulation, most women take 300mg once daily for ten days a month
• For those hoping to avoid menstrual periods, most take 200mg daily for 14 days or 100mg for 25 days of the month
• To prevent endometrial hyperplasia, most women take 200mg for 12 days each 28-day cycle
• Women should not take more than 400mg daily
• Follow your doctor’s dosing schedule
• Regularly self-examine your breasts for lumps and have regular physical exams
• Tell any doctor or surgeon who treats you that you take Prometrium because you may need to suspend your doses for certain operations
• Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light
• Keep away from children and pets

Side Effects

Prometrium may cause some side effects to develop while helping regulate your menstrual cycle and prevent a thickening of your uterine lining. Speak with your doctor for more information regarding any symptoms you may encounter when taking progesterone.

Common Prometrium side effects:

• Drowsiness, dizziness
• Breast pain
• Mood changes
• Headache
• Constipation, diarrhea, heartburn
• Bloating, swelling in your hands or feet
• Joint pain
• Hot flashes
• Vaginal discharge

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse effects may occur when taking progesterone. Stop using Prometrium and call your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following side effects:

• Unusual vaginal bleeding
• Pain or burning during urination
• Breast lump
• Sudden vision problems, severe headaches or pain behind your eyes
• Symptoms of depression
• 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, tiredness, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-coloured stools, jaundice)
• Signs of a stroke (sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body, sudden severe headache, slurred speech, balance problems)
• Signs of a lung blood clot (chest pain, sudden cough, wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing blood)
• Signs of a leg blood clot (pain, swelling, warmth, or redness in one or both legs)

Allergic Reactions

Do not take Prometrium if you are allergic to peanuts or any of the listed capsule ingredients. If you develop an allergic reaction, stop taking this medication and seek medical attention right away.

Prometrium allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

Do not take Prometrium if you are pregnant. Progesterone can harm an unborn baby and cause complications. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before taking this medication.

Prometrium may cause you to become dizzy and could impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or perform any task that requires alertness, especially until you know how this medication will affect you.

Prometrium is not a suitable treatment for preventing heart disease or dementia and may cause an increase in your risk of developing either condition.

Progesterone therapy may increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, or breast cancer.

Do not use Prometrium if you have any of the following:

• Abnormal vaginal bleeding not checked by a doctor
• History of breast cancer
• Liver disease
• Peanut allergy
• If you are pregnant
• If you have had a stroke, heart attack, or blood clot within the last year
• If you have recently had an incomplete miscarriage or abortion

To ensure that Prometrium is a safe treatment option for you, tell your doctor if you have any of the following:

• Heart disease, circulation problems
• Migraines
• Asthma
• Kidney disease
• seizures or epilepsy
• History of depression
• Risks for developing coronary artery disease (high blood pressure, diabetes, lupus, high cholesterol, family history of the disease, smoking, or being overweight).

Some drugs may interact with progesterone and cause unwanted side effects. To ensure your safety, tell your doctor about all the medications that you take, including over the counter medicine, vitamins, and herbal products.

Do not breastfeed while taking Prometrium because the progesterone can pass through breastmilk and cause harm.

Form and Strength

This female hormone medication is available in soft-gel capsule form.

Prometrium capsule strengths:

• 100mg
• 200mg

The 100mg capsules are available in quantities of 30 and 90 while the 200mg capsules are available in groups of 90.

FAQ

What to expect when taking Prometrium?

Prometrium is a hormone therapy medication used to encourage menstrual bleeding as well as prevent your uterine lining from thickening which can cause too heavy of bleeding. This treatment is generally well-tolerated with the most common side effect reported being dizziness and drowsiness. These reactions can be managed by taking your dose in the evening before bed. Other common side effects include nausea, tender breasts, headaches, and a change in vaginal discharge.

What should I avoid when taking Prometrium?

Avoid driving or performing tasks that require alertness, especially when first beginning treatment and you are unsure of how Prometrium will affect you. Progesterone may impair your thinking or reactions and can cause dizziness. Taking the doses at night can help manage this symptom.

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