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Women's health / Hormone therapy
ProgesteroneCapsules
An oral progesterone often used alongside estrogen therapy, prescribed after a licensed provider reviews your health history.
- Private health intake
- Licensed provider review
- Treatment only when appropriate
Clinician-guided care
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- Hormone
- Progesterone
- Form
- Oral capsules
- Common use
- Alongside estrogen
- Schedule
- Provider directed
Treatment overview
What It Is & How It Works
Progesterone is often prescribed alongside estrogen therapy for patients who still have a uterus, helping protect the uterine lining. Some patients also find it helpful for sleep, since it is commonly taken in the evening.
How treatment works
A provider-guided treatment plan
Provider review
A licensed provider reviews your information and determines whether progesterone may be appropriate for your plan.
Treatment guidance
If prescribed, your provider explains when and how to take the capsules and what to expect.
Eligibility
Is This Right For You?
Progesterone may be included in a broader hormone therapy plan, particularly for patients using estrogen who still have a uterus. Your provider will determine whether it is appropriate for you.
Important safety information
Safety & Side Effects
Drowsiness is a commonly reported effect.
This is why progesterone is often taken at bedtime. Your provider will review the full safety profile with you.
Frequently asked questions
Before you begin
Do I need progesterone if I am on estrogen therapy?
This depends on your individual situation, particularly whether you still have a uterus. Your provider will determine whether it is appropriate for your plan.
When should I take it?
It is commonly taken in the evening due to its drowsiness effect, but your provider will give you specific instructions.
Can progesterone be used on its own, without estrogen?
This depends on your individual situation and goals. Your provider can discuss what makes sense for you.