Frequently Asked Questions

How does Progesterone / Generic of Prometrium, Utrogestan, Endometrin, Crinone work?

The oral dosage form of micronized progesterone is chemically identical to progesterone of ovarian origin. Prometrium capsules contain peanut oil. The micronized form of Progesterone increase the bioavailability of the formulation.

Side effects of Progesterone / Generic of Prometrium, Utrogestan, Endometrin, Crinone

The common side effects reported with Prometrium are headache, breast tenderness, joint pain, depression, dizziness, abdominal bloating, hot flashes, urinary problems, abdominal pain, vaginal discharge, nausea / vomiting, chest pain, diarrhea, night sweats, breast pain, swelling of hands and legs, vaginal dryness, constipation and breast carcinoma.

Guidelines before using Progesterone / Generic of Prometrium, Utrogestan, Endometrin, Crinone

The combined use of estrogen and Progesterone can increase the risk of breast cancer and ovarian cancer. Progesterone can cause fluid retention. Prometrium should be administered with caution in diabetic patients. The combination of estrogen and Progesterone can cause thrombotic disorders like thrombophlebitis, pulmonary embolism, retinal thrombosis and cerebrovascular disorders.  Prometrium can cause transient dizziness. Hence patients should be advised to avoid driving and other activities that require alertness. The use of Progesterone is contraindicated in patients with active deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Prometrium Capsules should be used during pregnancy and lactaction only if clearly indicated.  Prometrium should not be administered to pediatric patients. Prometrium capsules contain peanut oil and should never be used in patients allergic to it. Prometrium is contraindicated in patients with arterial thromboembolic disease, abnormal genital bleeding or breast cancer.

What are the common dosages of Progesterone / Generic of Prometrium, Utrogestan, Endometrin, Crinone?

The dose of Prometrium for the prevention of Endometrial Hyperplasia is  200 mg orally for 12 days given at bed time to postmenopausal women with a uterus who are receiving daily conjugated estrogens tablets. In secondary Amenorrhea the dose of Prometrium 400mg daily for 10 days given at bed time.

Difference between Brand and Generic

The active ingredient is Progesterone in both brand and generic forms because of which the mechanism of action and drug interactions are the same. The difference between brand and generic forms are packaging, pricing and the brand name. Generic variants are priced cheaper because there are no brand names associated with it as well as no expenses towards research and development. You can buy cheap Prometrium medicine when it is sold as a generic variant.

Where and How to buy Progesterone / Generic of Prometrium, Utrogestan, Endometrin, Crinone?

You can purchase Prometrium medicine online from our pharmacy. When you order Prometrium drug online from us, it will reach your doorstep without any hassles.   You can also be guaranteed of best quality drugs at the lowest prices when you buy Prometrium online from our online pharmacy.

Why is the price of Progesterone / Generic of Prometrium, Utrogestan, Endometrin, Crinone so cheap at Rx 2 Go Pharmacy?

At Rx 2 Go Pharmacy, we sell generic Prometrium, which means that we do not have to spend heavily on research and development of the drug. We also source the drugs directly from the manufacturer thereby eliminating any additional costs such as commissions to agents etc. All the savings accrued through various measures translates to the cheaper price of prescription drugs at Rx 2 Go Pharmacy. You can also get additional price benefits by taking advantage of the volume discounts we offer.