Lutinus
Lutinus is a vaginal tablet containing the natural female hormone progesterone, used to help women get pregnant and stay pregnant during fertility treatments.
Form
emätinpuikko, tabletti
Strength
100 mg
Active Ingredient
Progesterone
Manufacturer
Ferring Lääkkeet Oy
How to Use
Dosage
100 mg, three times a day.
Method
Insert the vaginal tablet deeply into the vagina using the provided applicator. You can do this standing, sitting, or lying down with bent knees.
Important
The maximum daily dose is 300 mg (100 mg three times a day).
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Vaginal discomfort (e.g., irritation, discharge, dryness)
- •Uterine contractions or cramps
- •Abdominal bloating or swelling
- •Abdominal pain
- •Nausea (feeling sick)
RARE
- •Dizziness
- •Insomnia (trouble sleeping)
- •Diarrhea
- •Constipation
- •Hives (itchy skin rash)
- •Skin rash
- •Vaginal problems (e.g., burning, discharge, dryness, bleeding)
- •Vaginal yeast infection
- •Breast problems (e.g., pain, swelling, tenderness)
- •Genital itching
- •Swelling in arms or legs (due to fluid buildup)
- •Fatigue (tiredness)
- •Vomiting
- •Allergic reactions
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to progesterone or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have unusual vaginal bleeding that has not been checked by a doctor.
- Do not use if you have severe liver problems.
- Do not use if you have or are suspected of having breast or genital cancer.
- Do not use if you have or have had blood clots in your legs, lungs, eyes, or elsewhere in your body.
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- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms like calf pain, chest pain, sudden shortness of breath, severe headache, dizziness, or changes in vision/speech, as these could be signs of blood clots or stroke.