Utrogestan / Utrogestan 200Mg 100mg / 200mg Capsule.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 13 June 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Progesterone deficiency disorders and luteal phase support.
Dosage (summary)
200-300 mg daily for adults; max 200 mg per dose.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1 hour, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Use restricted to first trimester via vaginal route; not recommended during breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Enzyme inducers (e.g., carbamazepine)
- Enzyme inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
- Ciclosporin
Contraindications
- Known sensitivity to progesterone
- Severe liver disease
- Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
- Breastfeeding
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Abdominal cramping
- Amenorrhoea
Counselling Points
- Take after eating, preferably at bedtime
- May cause drowsiness
- Report any unusual bleeding
Serious warnings
- Discontinue if liver function tests are abnormal
- Risk of thromboembolism
- Not contraceptive
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