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What is Prometrium and why is it prescribed? Prometrium is prescribed for postmenopausal women who are taking estrogen (hormone replacement therapy). Prometrium prevents a buildup of the lining of the uterus and abnormal bleeding. Prometrium also may be prescribed to restore menstruation if your menstrual periods have stopped. Prometrium increases the risk of blood clots, which can lead to phlebitis, breathing problems, vision problems, or stroke. If you experience any symptoms that might suggest the onset of a clot-related disorder, pain with swelling, warmth, and redness in a leg vein, coughing or shortness of breath, loss of vision or double vision, migraine, or weakness or numbness in an arm or leg, stop taking Prometrium and see your doctor immediately. How should you take Prometrium? Follow your doctors directions for taking Prometrium. Take Prometrium as directed by your doctor. If Prometrium is prescribed to prevent abnormal buildup of the uterine lining, you will take it once a day for 12 days in a 28-day cycle. If it is prescribed to treat missed menstrual periods, you will take it for 10 days. Prometrium is taken in the evening. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take two doses at the same time. Store Prometrium at room temperature. Protect Prometrium from light and moisture. Are there any Prometrium side effects? Prometrium side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Prometrium side effects may include abdominal cramping, back pain, bloating, breast tenderness or pain, chest pain, constipation, coughing, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, emotional instability, fatigue, headache, hot flashes, irritability, joint pain, muscle pain, nausea, night sweats, swelling of hands and feet, upper respiratory infection, urinary problems, vaginal discharge, vaginal dryness, viral infection, vomiting, and worry. Less common or rare Prometrium side effects may include abnormal vision, acne, abscess, allergic reaction, anxiety, arthritis, blood clot, breakthrough bleeding, breast cancer or lump, breast enlargement, bronchitis, change in menstrual flow, chest pain, confusion, decreased or increased appetite, dry mouth, earache, fever, fibroids in uterus, gallbladder disorder, herpes simplex, high blood pressure, indigestion, injury, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, itching, lack of menstruation, leg cramps, lung inflammation, lymph problems, muscle tension, nasal congestion, nervousness, personality disorder, rash, rectal bleeding, sleepiness, sinus inflammation, skin discoloration, sore throat, stomach or intestinal inflammation, speech disorder, spotting, stomach hernia, swelling, throat infection, tooth disorders, vaginal inflammation, warts, weakness, weight change, and yellowed skin and eyes. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Prometrium? If Prometrium is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. Tell the doctor if you're taking the antifungal medication ketoconazole (Nizoral) or a similar drug. It's possible that it may increase Prometrium's effect. Are there any special warnings about Prometrium? To rule out cancer and other problems before you start taking Prometrium, your doctor will give you a complete physical exam, including examination of your breasts and pelvic organs. You also should have a Pap test. Tell your doctor if you experience any irregular vaginal bleeding while taking this medication. Remember that Prometrium can cause clot-related disorders. Prometrium may cause some degree of fluid retention. If you have a medical condition that could be made worse by fluid retention, such as epilepsy, migraine, asthma, or a heart or kidney problem, make sure your doctor knows about it. Prometrium makes some women depressed. If you've suffered from serious depression in the past, alert your doctor if you think you're having a relapse You will probably need to stop taking Prometrium. Prometrium has a slight effect on insulin and blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes, your doctor will want to watch you closely while you are taking this drug. Prometrium may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how Prometrium affects you. If you experience extreme drowsiness or dizziness, the doctor may tell you to take Prometrium at bedtime. Because Prometrium is processed in the liver and kidneys, the doctor will monitor you closely if you have a mild liver or kidney disorder. If you have severe liver disease, the drug should not be used at all. In rare cases, women taking Prometrium suffer a sudden drop in blood pressure that can cause them to faint. |
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