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Introduction About PROLIN SPRAY
PROLIN SPRAY contains Progesterone which belongs to the group of medicines called Steroid hormones. It is used to manage irregular periods and menopausal symptoms. Menopausal symptoms can be different for everyone and have a big impact on your daily life. You may have several symptoms or none, that usually start months or years before your periods stop.
Before using PROLIN SPRAY, inform your doctor about your pre-existing conditions or if you are taking or using any other medicines including prescription or non-prescription medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects or if your symptoms worsen.
Uses Of PROLIN SPRAY
It is used to:
- manage irregular periods and menopausal symptoms
How PROLIN SPRAY Works
PROLIN SPRAY works by adjusting the hormonal balance in your body, which gets imbalanced as you get near to the menopause, during menopause, before you get your periods or during other menstrual conditions.
How to use PROLIN SPRAY
Use PROLIN SPRAY as advised by your physician. It is for vaginal use only. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you according to your age, body weight and disease condition.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Before using PROLIN SPRAY, inform your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breastfeeding
Before using PROLIN SPRAY, inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding woman.
Allergy
Do not use PROLIN SPRAY if you are allergic to Progesterone or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Interactions
A. Drug - Drug interactions:
Before using PROLIN SPRAY, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken or might take any other medicines including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of PROLIN SPRAY, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Progesterone |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Progestins (female hormones) |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Irregular periods and menopausal symptoms |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Soft gel Capsule, Pessaries, Injection, Vaginal Gel, Vaginal spray |
More Information
- Keep PROLIN SPRAY out of reach of children
- Store at room temperature
FAQs About PROLIN SPRAY
What if I forget to use a dose of PROLIN SPRAY?
If you forget to use a dose of PROLIN SPRAY, use it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it is almost time for the next one. Do not use it two times to make up for the forgotten dose. Inform your doctor about this.
Can PROLIN SPRAY be stopped on my own?
Continue using PROLIN SPRAY until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, worsening of your condition or any new symptoms. Consult your doctor in such a case.
What precautions do I need to follow while using PROLIN SPRAY?
Patients using PROLIN SPRAY must inform their doctor about their pre-existing conditions. Patients should also inform if they are pregnant, breast-feeding or allergic to anything. Consult your doctor if you experience anything unusual during management with this medicine.
Can PROLIN SPRAY be used during pregnancy?
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to get pregnant, consult your doctor before using this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during management with this medicine.
Can I take or use other medicines along with PROLIN SPRAY?
Before using PROLIN SPRAY, inform your doctor if you are using or taking, have taken, or might take any other medicines including prescription or non-prescription medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements as these might interact with each other and cause serious side effects.
References
1. KD. Tripathi. Estrogens, Progestins, and Contraceptives. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth edition. 2013. Page – 340.
2. Regidor P. A. Progesterone in Peri- and Postmenopause: A Review. NIH National Library of Medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Pubmed.gov. November 2014. [Accessed on 26th July 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4245250/
3. Progesterone Spray. DailyMed; National Library of Medicine; National Institute of Health. [Revised in December 2021] [Accessed on 26th July 2022] https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=772629aa-af5e-4493-aaf2-3c75bfd7d8c2
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