Secondary Amenorrhoea
Secondary amenorrhoea is when periods that had previously occurred stop. It may reflect hormonal changes or another underlying cause, and regular periods can return once that cause is addressed.
Progesterone Capsules
200mg
Progesterone capsules for missed periods and endometrial hyperplasia. They deliver the same hormone the body makes, helping to regulate the menstrual cycle.
Prometrium
100mcg · 200mcg
Progesterone tablets for secondary amenorrhoea and endometrial hyperplasia. They are often used alongside oestrogen to protect the uterine lining.
Key points
- Pregnancy can be a reason periods stop, alongside hormonal changes, stress, exercise or body weight changes.
- Associated symptoms vary with the underlying cause and may include changes beyond missing periods.
- Underlying causes may be treatable, and periods can return after they are addressed.
Medicines listed for Secondary Amenorrhoea
Progesterone is a hormone, while medroxyprogesterone acetate and norethindrone acetate are progestogens, medicines that act in a similar way. The listed products contain Progesterone and Medroxyprogesterone Acetate and are shown here for secondary amenorrhoea. They include tablet and capsule products.