NATURAL MICRONISED PROGESTERONE SOFTGEL CAPSULES 200MG

Product Description

ï Natural Micronized Progesterone Softgel Capsules 200 mg

Natural Micronized Progesterone 200 mg is a hormonal medication used to supplement or replace the hormone progesterone, primarily in womenïs health. The "micronized" form allows better absorption, and the softgel capsule can be taken orally or vaginally, depending on the prescription.

📌 What Is It?

• Drug Name: Progesterone (natural, micronized)

• Strength: 200 mg

• Form: Soft gelatin capsule (oral or vaginal use)

• Class: Natural female sex hormone (progestin)

ï Common Uses

Progesterone 200 mg is prescribed for:

• Luteal phase support in infertility or IVF cycles

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in menopausal women (with estrogen)

• Menstrual disorders, such as irregular or absent periods

• Threatened or recurrent miscarriage (especially in women with progesterone deficiency)

• To support early pregnancy in assisted reproductive treatments (ART)

ï Dosage & Administration

• Oral use: Usually once or twice daily, after meals or as directed

• Vaginal use: Inserted deeply into the vagina, once or twice daily

• Pregnancy support: Often used from ovulation or embryo transfer day until 12ï14 weeks of pregnancy (as advised by doctor)

📌 Route of administration (oral vs. vaginal) depends on the condition being treated.

ïï Common Side Effects

• Drowsiness or dizziness (especially with oral use)

• Bloating

• Breast tenderness

• Mood changes

• Headache

• Nausea

• Vaginal discharge (if used vaginally)

Serious (rare):

• Allergic reaction

• Blood clots

• Severe mood swings

• Liver problems

🚫 Precautions

Tell your doctor if you have:

• History of blood clots or stroke

• Liver disease

• Breast or uterine cancer

• Depression

• Unusual vaginal bleeding

Avoid alcohol if drowsiness is a concern.

🔄 Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place, ideally below 25C

• Keep away from direct heat, moisture, and children

ï Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

• Safe during pregnancy (commonly prescribed in early pregnancy)

• Use only if prescribed during breastfeeding, as progesterone can pass into breast milk

ï Brand Name Examples (India & elsewhere)

• Susten 200

• Gestofit 200

• Gestone 200

• Naturogest 200

• Duphaston (Note: contains dydrogesterone, not natural progesterone)