Progesterone Capsules
Progesterone capsules for missed periods and endometrial hyperplasia. They deliver the same hormone the body makes, helping to regulate the menstrual cycle.
- Categories
- Women's Health · Menopause & HRT
- Active ingredient
- Progesterone
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule
- Strengths
- 200mg
The exact manufacturer offered is confirmed by the fulfilment partner before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Progesterone Capsules vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Progesterone Capsules details
- Conditions
- Secondary Amenorrhoea · Endometrial Hyperplasia
- Alternative names
- prometrium
- Therapeutic class
- Progestogen
- Pharmacological class
- Progesterone Derivative
- Known off-label uses
- threatened miscarriage prevention
- Minor side effects
- somnolence; headache; breast tenderness
- Moderate side effects
- fluid retention; weight changes; mood changes
- Serious side effects
- thromboembolism, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Capsule
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 24–48 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Rifampin; Ketoconazole
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adult females.
Contraindications
history of deep vein thrombosis; breast cancer; unexplained vaginal bleeding; pregnancy
Patient summary
Progesterone capsules for missed periods and endometrial hyperplasia. They deliver the same hormone the body makes, helping to regulate the menstrual cycle.
Mechanism of action
Binds to cellular progesterone receptors, converting proliferative endometrial tissue into secretory phases.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Do not use during active pregnancy unless indicated for support. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Progesterone Capsules is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Progesterone, rather than under a brand.
- The fulfilment partner confirms the offered manufacturer and product before supply.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.