Prometrium

Use Prometrium exactly as it was prescribed for you. It is sometimes given for only a short period of time, such as 6 to 12 days at a time during each menstrual cycle. Take the pill with a full glass of water with or without food. The recommended dose of progesterone is 200 mg daily taken at bedtime for the last 14 days of estrogen treatment per cycle. You may not have regular periods while taking Prometrium.

Precautions

Talk with your doctor prior to using Prometrium if you have: epilepsy, asthma, heart problems, cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes, cirrhosis, hepatitis, migraines, unexplained vaginal bleeding. Progesterone may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.

Contraindications

Do not take this medication if you are allergic to progesterone, peanuts, or any ingredients of Prometrium, are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have liver disease, heart disease, endometrial hyperplasia, breast or endometrial cancer.

Possible side effect

Common side effects are: dizziness, abdominal (stomach) pain, headaches, breast pain, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, coughing, back pain, fatigue, hot flashes, blood pressure increase, trouble sleeping, mood changes. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.