Prometrium (Progesterone)

Description

Prometrium is a replacement for the natural hormone progestin. It is used when the body produces low levels of progestin. Prometrium is also known as Progesterone in the medical field. It is commonly used among women who repeatedly miss their menstrual period.

 

How It Works

 

Prometrium is a type of progestin hormone. Thus, it works by changing the line of the uterus. This enables the medication to replace the natural hormone and thereby reduce the problems caused as a result of progestin sufficiency.

 

Uses

 

Prometrium is used to treat problems caused as a result of low levels of progestin hormone in the body. Some women experience inconsistent menstrual cycles even though they are not pregnant or going through menopause.

 

Prometrium is highly useful for such women since it helps them to restore their cycle to a normal pattern. The drug is also used as a part of hormone replacement therapy in order to reduce certain symptoms of menopause.

 

Dosage

 

Prometrium is usually taken once a day, usually at bedtime. This drug is usually taken in the form of a tablet, by mouth. If you are unable to swallow the tablet without chewing it, then you can take it with a glass full of water.

 

Remember that the dosage is determined through your medical condition and response to the treatment. Therefore, you must not make any changes to the dosage without consulting your physician. Doing so can result in unwanted health consequences.

 

In order to experience the medication’s full potential, you must take the medication on a regular basis. Follow your dose schedule carefully. Do not purposefully miss or accidently skip your dose. You should not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

 

Side Effects

 

The following are some adverse effects that you may experience when using Prometrium.

 

 Bloating
 Breast tenderness
 Fluid retention
 Constipation
 Nausea
 Stomach pain
 Headaches
 Mild hair loss
 Irritability
 Drowsiness
 Diarrhea

 

If you do go through any such effects, speak to your healthcare provider for immediate medical help.

 

Precautions

 

 Do not use this medication on children since it is harmful for their health.

 

 This drug must not be used to test pregnancy.

 

 Check if you are allergic to any of the ingredients used in the drug.

 

 Inform your pharmacist about your current use of medications.

 

 Do not stop the consumption of Prometrium abruptly without informing your physician.

 

 Do not fail to take the lab tests prescribed by your physician.

 

 Individuals with diabetes must take regular tests to keep track of their blood sugar level.

 

 Prometrium contains peanut oil. Do not consume this drug if you are allergic to peanuts.

 

Self-Care

 

You must not use this drug when you are pregnant. This can harm the fetus to a serious extent. Unless your physician asks you to continue the treatment, do not consume Prometrium during the treatment period.

 

Using Prometrium can result in headaches, dizziness and lightheadedness. Such effects can be worsened under the influence of alcohol or when mixed with other medications. Therefore, make sure to abstain from alcohol and ensure that Prometrium does not react negatively to other medications that you are currently using. Moreover, you must not perform risky and unsafe tasks such as driving after consuming the drug.