Side Effects Of UtrogestanNHS medicines information on side effects of Utrogestan (micronised progesterone) and what you can do to cope.Like all medicines, Utrogestan can cause side effects, but it's common to have no side effects or only minor ones. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine. Some side effects may be caused by the oestrogen you'll also be taking. Check the leaflets that come with both your medicines. Common side effectsThere are things you can do to help cope with these common side effects of Utrogestan: Other possible side effects may include: Speak to a pharmacist or doctor if the advice on how to cope does not help and a side effect is still bothering you or does not go away. Serious side effectsSerious side effects from Utrogestan are rare. Call a doctor or call 111 for advice now if you have: - pain, redness or swelling in one of your legs, usually in your calf - this could be a sign of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- yellowing of the whites of the eyes, or the skin although this may be less noticeable on brown or black skin - this could be a sign of liver problems
Speak to a GP if: - you have a lump or changes in your breasts, especially dimpling of the skin, changes in the nipple or any lumps you can see or feel - this could be a sign of breast cancer
- you have any changes in vaginal bleeding after you have been taking Utrogestan for more than a few months - this could be a sign of womb cancer
It's important to attend your breast screening (mammogram) appointments while you're taking HRT. Call 999 or go to A&E now if:
- you have pain in your chest and breathlessness - this could be a sign of a blood clot in your lungs (pulmonary embolism) or heart problems
- you have difficulty speaking or moving your arm or leg, or your face has dropped on one side - this could be a sign of a stroke
Serious allergic reactionIn rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to Utrogestan. Other side effectsThese are not all the side effects of Utrogestan. For a full list see the leaflet inside your medicines packet.
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