Progesterone 400 mg

What is:

Branded as Cyclogest® by Actavis, and as Prometrium® by Solvay.

Progesterone is a female hormone. It is used to treat amenorrhea (lack of menstrual flow) and abnormal uterine bleeding. It may also be prescribed for use in the treatment of endometriosis.

Side effect:

This medication may cause nausea, headache, depression, itching, increased hair growth, increased sensitivity to sunlight, changes in menstrual flow, increased vaginal secretions, breast tenderness, fluid retention or pain and irritation at the injection site. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop a sudden severe headache, vomiting, dizziness, fainting, pain in the calf associated with warmth, redness or swelling; breathing trouble, sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, changes in vision, or numbness in the arm or legs while taking this medication. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Storage:

Store at 

• Room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) 
• Away from heat and light. 
• Do not store in the bathroom.