Progesterone Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Progesterone-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Progesterone brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Progesterone Pronunciation : pro-ges-te-trone ICD Code : (Y42.5-Y42.6) Therapeutic Classification : ProgestinsBrand Names or Trade Names of Progesterone
India :
Evagest |
Powergest (200mg) |
Lutacare |
Awnagest (100 mg) |
Ornapro |
Susten Inj (100 mg) |
Preglon (200mg) |
Dubagest (200mg) |
Even |
Gestorin (400mg)
International :
Prometrium, Endometrin , Crinone
Why is Progesterone Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a hormone, prescribed for replacement therapy in women who have passed menopause. It is also used to prevent uterine cancer.When should Progesterone not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with liver disease, ectopic pregnancy, breast cancer, blood clot events, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Progesterone?
Adult- PO/ IV/IM/Intrauterine/Supp- The recommended dose range is 25 to 400 mg/day.How should Progesterone be taken?
It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.It also comes as a vaginal suppository to insert through vagina.
It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.
What are the warnings and precautions for Progesterone?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood vessel problems, bleeding problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sugar, kidney disease, asthma, headache, seizures, depression, mental illness, cancer, smoking, blood clots, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It may affect blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication.
• It should not be used in children.
What are the side effects of Progesterone?
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension and constipation.General - Fatigue.
Central Nervous System - Headache.
Genitourinary - Ovarian hyper stimulation syndrome, uterine spasm, vaginal bleeding and urinary tract infections.
