Lugesteron
Lugesteron contains progesterone, a natural hormone, used to replace the body's own progesterone when it's not making enough.
Form
kapseli, pehmeä
Strength
200 mg
Active Ingredient
Progesterone
Manufacturer
Besins Healthcare Ireland Ltd.
How to Use
Dosage
Oral dose is usually 200-300 mg daily. Vaginal dose is usually 300-600 mg daily.
Method
Oral capsules should be swallowed whole with water, away from meals, usually at bedtime or split into morning and evening doses. Vaginal capsules are inserted deep into the vagina by hand.
Important
For oral use, a single dose should not be more than 200 mg. The maximum daily vaginal dose is 600 mg.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Temporary tiredness or dizziness (1-3 hours after dose)
- •Spotting or light bleeding between periods
RARE
- •Abdominal pain
- •Fluid retention (swelling)
- •Breast tenderness or soreness
- •Decreased sex drive (libido)
- •Headache
- •Indigestion or upset stomach
- •Abdominal bloating
- •Blood clots (thromboembolism)
- •Vaginal irritation or bleeding
Important Warnings
- Do not use Lugesteron if you are allergic to progesterone, peanuts, or soy.
- Do not use if you have or have had severe liver disease, yellowing of skin/eyes due to bile problems, unexplained vaginal bleeding, or blood clots in veins or arteries.
- Talk to your doctor before using Lugesteron, especially if you experience dizziness.