Prometrium 100mg |
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Prometrium 200mg |
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How To Use
This medication is taken by mouth usually once daily in the evening/bedtime. If taking twice daily, the morning dose should be taken 2 hours after breakfast. Follow your doctor's orders carefully. The dosing depends on your medical condition and response to therapy. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to use it at the same time(s) each day. Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Side Effects
Stomach upset, cramps, breast tenderness, drowsiness or dizziness may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly: abnormal vaginal bleeding. Unlikely but report promptly: yellowing of the eyes or skin, itching, rash, mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, memory loss), pain/swelling in the legs, chest pain, vision problems, breathing problems. Very unlikely but report promptly: a migraine-type headache. Darkened patches of skin occasionally occur. Use a sunscreen and protective clothing to minimize this effect if it occurs. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Interaction
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of drugs that can cause drowsiness such as: sedatives, drugs for sleep, anti- anxiety drugs, anti-seizure medicines, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medications, muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine). Certain laboratory tests may be altered by this drug, such as gonadotropin, progesterone and pregnanediol. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and dizziness.
Notes
Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., monthly breast self-exams, and yearly breast exams) should be performed to monitor for serious side effects.
Missed Dose
If using 2 capsules daily (200mg) at bedtime and a dose is missed, use an extra dose of 1 capsule (100mg) the following morning then continue with the normal schedule. If using 3 capsules (300mg) daily and a dose is missed, skip the missed dose and resume the normal schedule.
Uses
Progesterone is a naturally occurring female hormone. This drug is used to treat menstrual problems.
Other Uses
This drug may also be used after menopause (change of life) as part of combination hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with an estrogen. Progesterone lowers the risk of estrogen-related cancer of the uterus. Combination HRT should not be used to prevent heart disease.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Precaution
Stomach upset, cramps, breast tenderness, drowsiness or dizziness may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly: abnormal vaginal bleeding. Unlikely but report promptly: yellowing of the eyes or skin, itching, rash, mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, memory loss), pain/swelling in the legs, chest pain, vision problems, breathing problems. Very unlikely but report promptly: a migraine-type headache. Darkened patches of skin occasionally occur. Use a sunscreen and protective clothing to minimize this effect if it occurs. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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