GENERIC NAME: PROGESTERONE - INTRAMUSCULAR (pro-JESS-ter-own)
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: Progesterone is a female hormone. It is used to treat amenorrhea (lack of menstrual flow) and abnormal uterine bleeding. It may also be prescribed for use in the treatment of endometriosis.
HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into a muscle usually once a day for 6 to 8 consecutive days. Take this medication as directed. Do not skip a dose or stop taking this without first consulting your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause nausea, headache, depression, itching, increased hair growth, increased sensitivity to sunlight, changes in menstrual flow, increased vaginal secretions, breast tenderness, fluid retention or pain and irritation at the injection site. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any of these serious effects: severe headache, vomiting, dizziness, pain/swelling/warmth or redness in the lower legs (calf), trouble breathing, fainting, chest pain, vision changes, numbness in the arms or legs. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver disease, diabetes, seizure disorder, kidney disease, heart problems, asthma, depression, migraines, blood clots, miscarriage, breast cancer, any allergies. Because this medication may increase sensitivity to sunlight, avoid prolonged sun exposure. Wear a sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Diabetic patients should monitor urine and blood sugar closely while using this medication as it can reduce glucose tolerance. Progesterone injection must not be used during the first 4 months of pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Consult your doctor for more details. This drug is excreted into breast milk. Because the effects on a nursing infant are unknown, consult your doctor before you breast-feed.
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You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
- Endometriosis - Lern about endometriosis symptoms like pelvic pain, infertility, diarrhea, constipation, lower back pain, abdominal pain, irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding, and even blood in the urine.
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