About progester one
Progesterone hormone
Used for
- Progesterone support in assisted reproduction and infertility treatment
- Treatment of absent or irregular periods caused by progesterone deficiency
Usual adult dose
Dose depends on the reason for treatment; fertility protocols commonly use 50 mg injected into muscle once daily.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or swelling
- Headache or dizziness
- Breast tenderness
- Drowsiness or mood changes
Important warnings
- Use only as prescribed; injection technique and dose depend on treatment.
- Seek urgent care for chest pain, breathlessness, severe headache, or one-sided leg swelling.
- May cause drowsiness; avoid driving if affected.
- Tell clinicians about liver disease, unexplained vaginal bleeding, or a history of blood clots.
Pregnancy
Used in some fertility treatments and other specific pregnancy-related situations under specialist supervision; safety depends on the indication.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; use should be guided by a clinician, as progesterone may enter breast milk.
Interactions
- Some enzyme-inducing medicines, including rifampicin and carbamazepine, may reduce progesterone effects.
- Other hormone medicines may alter effects or side effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.