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Progesterone

Progesterone is a brand of Progesterone.

Progesterone capsules are indicated for use in the prevention of endometrial hyperplasia in nonhysterectomized postmenopausal women who are receiving.

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How to use Progesterone

O que diz a bula oficial. Se um médico receitou, siga a receita. Se a bula da sua caixa for diferente, vale a da sua caixa.

Advertência grave: CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS, BREAST CANCER and PROBABLE DEMENTIA FOR ESTROGEN PLUS PROGESTIN THERAPY Cardiovascular Disorders and Probable Dementia Estrogens plus progestin therapy should not be used for the prevention of cardiovascular disease or dementia. (See CLINICAL STUDIES and WARNINGS , Cardiovascular disorders and Probable dementia . …
Para quem é

Progesterone capsules are indicated for use in the prevention of endometrial hyperplasia in nonhysterectomized postmenopausal women who are receiving conjugated estrogens tablets. They are also indicated for use in secondary amenorrhea.

Como tomar e com que frequência
  • Prevention of Endometrial Hyperplasia Progesterone capsules should be given as a single daily dose at bedtime, 200 mg orally for 12 days sequentially per 28-day cycle, to postmenopausal women with a uterus who are receiving daily conjugated estrogens tablets
  • Treatment of Secondary Amenorrhea Progesterone capsules may be given as a single daily dose of 400 mg at bedtime for 10 days
  • Some women may experience difficulty swallowing progesterone capsules
  • For these women, progesterone capsules should be taken with a glass of water while in the standing position
Children
  • Pediatric Use Progesterone capsules are not indicated in children
  • Clinical studies have not been conducted in the pediatric population
Older adults

H. Geriatric Use There have not been sufficient numbers of geriatric women involved in clinical studies utilizing progesterone capsules to determine whether those over 65 years of age differ from younger subjects in their response to progesterone capsules. …

While you are taking it
  • Patient Information General: This product contains peanut oil and should not be used if you are allergic to peanuts
  • Physicians are advised to discuss the contents of the Patient Information leaflet with patients for whom they prescribe PROGESTERONE Capsules
  • PATIENT INFORMATION Progesterone Capsules, 100 mg Progesterone Capsules, 200 mg Read this PATIENT INFORMATION before you start taking progesterone capsules and read what you get each time you refill your progesterone capsules prescription
  • There may be new information
  • This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment. …
Talk to a doctor first if
  • Progesterone capsules should not be used in women with any of the following conditions: Progesterone capsules should not be used in patients with known hypersensitivity to its ingredients
  • Progesterone capsules contain peanut oil and should never be used by patients allergic to peanuts
  • Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding
  • Known, suspected, or history of breast cancer
  • Active deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism or history of these conditions. …
Warnings

See BOXED WARNING . 1. Cardiovascular disorders An increased risk of pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), stroke, and myocardial infarction has been reported with estrogen plus progestin therapy. Should any of these occur or be suspected, estrogen with progestin therapy should be discontinued immediately. Risk factors for arterial vascular disease (for example, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, tobacco use, hypercholesterolemia, and obesity) and/or venous thromboembolism (for example, personal history or family history of venous thromboembolism [VTE], obesity, and systemic lupus erythematosus) should be managed appropriately. a. …

Possíveis efeitos colaterais

See BOXED WARNING , WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS. Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. In a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, the effects of progesterone capsules on the endometrium was studied in a total of 875 postmenopausal women. …

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

E. Pregnancy Progesterone capsules should not be used during pregnancy. (See CONTRAINDICATIONS .) Pregnancy Category B: Reproductive studies have been performed in mice at doses up to 9 times the human oral dose, in rats at doses up to 44 times the human oral dose, in rabbits at a dose of 10 mcg/day delivered locally within the uterus by an implanted device, in guinea pigs at doses of approximately one-half the human oral dose and in rhesus monke …

If you take too much

No studies on overdosage have been conducted in humans. In the case of overdosage, progesterone capsules should be discontinued and the patient should be treated symptomatically.

Se esquecer uma dose

Tome assim que lembrar, a menos que esteja quase na hora da próxima dose. Nesse caso, pule a dose esquecida. Nunca tome duas doses de uma vez para compensar. Confira a bula, pois alguns medicamentos são diferentes.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-05-16.

Same medicine, other brands

Products with Progesterone as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

ProgesteronePROGESTERONE 100 mg/1 · Capsule · Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
NDC 68788-4068Label
Estradiol And ProgesteroneESTRADIOL 1 mg/1, PROGESTERONE 100 mg/1 · Capsule · Catalent Pharma Solutions, LLC
NDC 11014-0346Label
ProgesteronePROGESTERONE 100 mg/1 · Capsule · A-S Medication Solutions
NDC 50090-6835Label
ProgesteronePROGESTERONE 200 mg/1 · Capsule · Bryant Ranch Prepack
NDC 71335-1432Label
ProgesteronePROGESTERONE 1 kg/kg · Powder · Professional Compounding Centers of America dba PCCA
NDC 51927-0389Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACPrimolut Depot 04-5047NAFDACGesginal Tablets A4-100923NAFDACVerasafe Injection A4-100888NAFDACCrinone Vaginal Gel C4-1804NAFDACTriclofem Injection A4-100701NAFDACFertlite 100 Injection A4-100977NAFDACCyclogest 400 mg Pessaries A4-0236NAFDACEndometrin Vaginal Tablets C4-1622NAFDACUtrogestan 100 mg Oral Capsule C4-1610NAFDACUtrogestan 200 mg Oral Capsule C4-1611NAFDACDepo-Provera 150 mg/mL Injection 04-2310NAFDACUtrogestan 100 mg Vaginal Capsule C4-1612

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Progesterone Injection USP, 500mg per 10 mL (50mg/mL), 10 mL Multiple Dose Vial, Rx Only, Mfd. in India for: Eugia US LLC. E. Windsor NJ 08520 NDC # 55150-306-10U.S. FDA Class II
27 Dec 2024 · Eugia US LLC · OngoingPresence of Particulate Matter: A market complaint was received of a glass piece in the vial.
Progesterone Injection, USP, 500 mg per 10 mL (50mg/mL), 10 mL Multiple-Dose Vial, Rx Only, Mfd. in India for: Eugia US LLC, E Windsor, NJ 08520, NDC 55150-306-10.U.S. FDA Class II
26 Jul 2024 · Eugia US LLC · OngoingPresence of Particulate Matter: Complaint received of a glass particle in the vial.
Progesterone 200 mg, Compounded, 90-count bottle, Rx, Dissolve One Sublingual Tablet After Dinner Nightly, AnazaoHealth, 5710 Hoover Blvd, Tampa, Fl 33643, (800)-995-4363. Beyond UU.S. FDA Class II
24 Apr 2024 · Coast Quality Pharmacy, LLC dba Anazao Health · CompletedPresence of Foreign Substance; Broken metal piece found embedded in tablet.
Endometrin (progesterone) Vaginal Insert 100mg, packaged in a carton of 21 vaginal inserts with 21 disposable vaginal applicators, Manufactured for: Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc., PU.S. FDA Class II
12 Jun 2023 · Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc · TerminatedcGMP deviations: potential for Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

Check your pack of Progesterone

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Questions about Progesterone

What is in Progesterone?

Progesterone contains Progesterone. Other brands with the same active ingredient work the same way; the dose and strength on your pack are what matter.

What is Progesterone used for?

Progesterone capsules are indicated for use in the prevention of endometrial hyperplasia in nonhysterectomized postmenopausal women who are receiving conjugated estrogens tablets. They are also indicated for use in secondary amenorrhea. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Progesterone?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Prevention of Endometrial Hyperplasia Progesterone capsules should be given as a single daily dose at bedtime, 200 mg orally for 12 days sequentially per 28-day cycle, to postmenopausal women with a uterus who are receiving daily conjugated estrogens tablets. Treatment of Secondary Amenorrhea Progesterone capsules may be given as a single daily dose of 400 mg at bedtime for 10 …

Do I need a prescription for Progesterone?

Usually yes. Progesterone is a prescription medicine in most countries. Rules differ by country.

What brands contain Progesterone?

Progesterone is sold under names such as Eazi-breed Cidr, Crinone, Synovex C, Bijuva, Synovex S, Prometrium, Endometrin. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Progesterone?

The official label lists: See BOXED WARNING , WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS. Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. In a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinica… Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Progesterone?

G. Pediatric Use Progesterone capsules are not indicated in children. Clinical studies have not been conducted in the pediatric population. Always use the dose for the child's age or weight on the pack or prescription.

Can I take Progesterone when pregnant or breastfeeding?

E. Pregnancy Progesterone capsules should not be used during pregnancy. (See CONTRAINDICATIONS .) Pregnancy Category B: Reproductive studies have been performed in mice at doses up to 9 times the human oral dose, in rats at doses up to 44 times the human oral dose, in rabbits at a dose of 10 mcg/day delivered locally within the uterus by an implanted device, in guinea pigs at d… Ask your doctor or midwife first.

What happens if I take too much Progesterone?

No studies on overdosage have been conducted in humans. In the case of overdosage, progesterone capsules should be discontinued and the patient should be treated symptomatically. Get medical help right away.

How can I check that my Progesterone is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.