What is Progesterone?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: ProgesteroneBrand:
Progesterone is progestin, a female hormone. It is used to prevent endometrial hyperplasia and secondary amenorrhea (lack of menstruation) and uterine bleeding due to hormonal imbalance. It is also available as intravaginal gel or tablet for use as part of assisted reproductive technology.
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How do members experience Progesterone?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hormone replacement | 30 | 12 | |
| Premenstrual dysphoric disorder | 26 | 4 | |
| Support hormone balance | 16 | 3 | |
| Menopause | 6 | 0 | |
| Irregular menstrual periods | 5 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 3 | |
| Hair loss | 2 | |
| Irritability | 2 | |
| Weight gain | 2 | |
| Acne breakout | 1 | |
| Drowsiness | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 9 | |
| Moderate | 11 | |
| Mild | 16 | |
| None | 47 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on May 09, 2017
- Perceived effectiveness for obsessive sex addict: Major
- Side effects: None
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evaluated on Nov 27, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for irregular menstrual periods: Moderate
- Side effects: None
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