progesterone
Uses
Progesterone is used in the treatment of premenstural syndrome (pms) and its symptoms.
How it Works
Progesterone is a female sex hormone which is essential for the function of the female reproductive system. Progesterone is produced in the ovaries during the second half of the menstrual cycle, and it is also produced by the placenta during pregnancy. The amount of Progestan a woman produces also declines during the menopause.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Progesterone may suffer from such side effects;
Adrenal insufficiency,
Breathing difficulty,
Rash,
Headache,
Dizziness,
Back pain,
Increased appetite,
Decreased libido,
Pain in extremity,
Abdominal distension,
Cushing syndrome,
Vomiting,
Sleepiness,
Nausea,
Edema,
Abdominal pain,
Breast pain,
Hair loss,
Fatigue,
Acne,
Hot flushes,
Thrombophlebitis,
Diarrhoea,
Irregular menstrual cycle