Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Clarella on November 30, 2021, 12:01:49 PM
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Hello, it’s been a bit of a funny start to hrt, I put on a patch while waiting for my period to arrive as felt so unwell (was already late!). Id intended to sync with cycle two weeks on two weeks off. I think I diverted the period completely.
so it’s well over a week late now. Gp suggested starting the utgesterone on the 1st month as originally planned. I queried what happens if period arrives, I’d been allowed to try vaginally. She said do it orally for now.
Leaflet doesn’t actually say take on empty stomach, but I believe it’s helpful to do so?
Really basic question, Can I drink a milky drink or does it have to be water only?
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Hi!
Utrogestan/Prometrium (micronized progesterone) should not be taken with food. It is best taken on an empty stomach, one hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Taking it with food increases its absorption.
Almost forgot to mention that it has a mild sedative effect and can cause drowsiness, so it's usually taken at bedtime.
For me, the sedative effect is quite strong, so it's like a sleeping pill without any grogginess in the morning.