Pregnancy is a happy time for every woman who wants to have a baby. During this period, you need to take special care of your health and the health of your unborn child.
It often happens that women have miscarriages and the pregnancy is terminated.
This can happen for various reasons:
- bad ecology;
- chronic diseases internal organs and systems;
- violation hormonal levels;
- various infections inside;
- severe stress;
- wrong lifestyle;
- bad habits (alcohol abuse).
Today, thanks to modern medicine, there are various methods to prevent miscarriage.
A pregnant woman is seen by a doctor and undergoes regular examinations throughout the entire period of pregnancy.
One of common reasons spontaneous miscarriages is low level hormone progesterone in the female body. To avoid such consequences, the expectant mother should early stages the hormonal drug Utrozhestan is prescribed.
Instructions for use of "Utrozhestan" during pregnancy
This is an analogue of progesterone, the pregnancy hormone necessary for its normal development. Chemical composition micronized progesterone is identical to natural progesterone molecules. The product is available in capsules and vaginal suppositories.
Ideally, these hormones should be produced by the ovaries, and during further pregnancy the placenta is involved in production. It is while waiting for the baby that these hormones are responsible for the safety and normal development of the fetus, as well as for childbirth and its proper course.
Utrozhestan is completely safe during pregnancy. It does not replace natural hormones, but simply raises their level to normal. They have no effect on the fetus. And if you take it in the early stages, it contributes to the transition of the endometrium to a normal state for development. If there is a threat of miscarriage, it reduces the contractility of the muscles of the uterus and tubes.
Taking the drug and the full course of treatment is prescribed only by a doctor. The product does not cause swelling, does not increase blood pressure, does not contribute to weight gain, and does not cause fetal malformations. It has a sedative effect, that is, it has a calming effect on the central nervous system, and can be combined with antispasmodic medications. This property mainly distinguishes it from synthetic analogues, which can provoke and cause emotional disorders. Tablets are available in dosages of 100 and 200 mg.
Many people are interested in the question, until what week can you take Utrozhestan during pregnancy? It is taken in the first two trimesters as a prevention of miscarriage, that is, until the 20th week. At the third stage, other drugs are already prescribed, because over a long period of time it can cause liver dysfunction.
Among the side effects, the drug may cause drowsiness, may be headache, dizziness. Therefore, it must be taken with caution.
Contraindications for use:
- tendency to the formation of thrombosis and thrombophlebitis;
- bleeding from the genital tract of unknown origin;
- previous diseases of the mammary glands or genital organs;
- liver dysfunction;
- varicose veins;
- heart and vascular diseases;
- diabetes;
- bronchial asthma;
- central nervous system diseases;
- prone to allergic reactions, including allergies to soy and peanut butter.
How and when should Utrozhestan be discontinued during pregnancy?
It must be discontinued gradually, following the instructions and adhering to the doctor’s recommendations. You cannot abruptly stop taking the medicine, as this may cause a miscarriage. The doctor develops a withdrawal plan. Cancellation begins when the pregnant woman's condition returns to normal and when the placenta is fully formed.
If the dosage per day was 400 mg, then the dose should be reduced according to the following scheme: drink 300 mg for two weeks, then two more at 200 mg and one at 100 mg.
The dosage is reduced gradually over 4-6 weeks. In addition, a woman in a position is monitored. If, during pregnancy, after taking Utrozhestan, bloody discharge and nagging painful sensations in the lower abdomen appear, then the dosage is increased again.
If the discharge does not bother you, then discontinuation of the drug continues according to the scheme. Gradually, taking the pills is completely stopped or they are replaced with alternative options.
Utrozhestan suppositories during pregnancy
In most cases, pregnant women are prescribed suppositories that are inserted into the vagina. This allows you to minimize the occurrence of unwanted effects. The suppositories dissolve quickly and penetrate the body, bypassing the liver and digestive tract.
At local use The remedy produces a faster therapeutic effect, and the load on the liver is small. By the way, vaginal suppositories It can be given even to those who suffer from toxicosis in the first weeks.
The course is prescribed by the doctor. If there is a threat of miscarriage, then place one 200 mg suppository per day or two 100 mg suppositories in the morning and evening. The maximum dosage is three 200 mg suppositories per day.
The instructions provide for inserting suppositories deep into the vagina before bed or early in the morning after waking up. After administration, you need to lie on your back for a while so that the suppository can dissolve and the substances contained in it can penetrate into the blood. The effectiveness of suppositories is much higher than capsules for oral use.
Suppositories do not cause drowsiness, they do not make you feel dizzy or have a headache, however, a woman may have an individual intolerance to the composition of the product. Cancellation occurs according to a scheme developed by the attending physician.
Planning a baby
The doctor prescribes Utrozhestan when planning a pregnancy if a woman suffers from infertility and cannot become pregnant for a long time. Infertility is often associated with progesterone deficiency. The drug can be prescribed if a woman has previously had spontaneous miscarriages due to a lack of this hormone.
Capsules may also be prescribed if tests indicate low production of this hormone by the female body. Such insufficiency makes itself felt over time in the form of the development of cysts and endometrial hyperplasia of the uterus. To avoid serious consequences, this medication is prescribed.
The course of medication use is also prescribed by the attending physician. The dosage is selected taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient and her state of health. If there are contraindications, the medication should not be used.
Which drug is better, Utrozhestan or Duphaston?
Today, Duphaston (dydrogesterone) and Utrozhestan (micronized progesterone) are among the most effective hormonal drugs used when there is a threat of child loss.
“Utrozhestan” is a natural progesterone, and “Duphaston” is an analogue of the natural one, its composition is close to the natural hormone, but it is created synthetically and is available only in the form of tablets.
Both medications are effective, but according to reviews and indicators, micronized progesterone is still better for the first months of pregnancy. This is an excellent remedy for the prevention and treatment of infertility.
Correct and justified application the morning of pregnancy will become one of the effective methods maintaining pregnancy. This is especially true for women who have had many problems with the reproductive system in the past.
When necessary, the doctor will prescribe the drug in large doses and in long courses. It is possible for a woman to start taking the medicine before pregnancy and take it for as long as the doctor prescribes.
Utrozhestan can become that lifesaver, thanks to which a childless woman with habitual miscarriage will be able to find the happiness of motherhood.
Why is the drug needed?
You can start taking utrozhestan before pregnancy. The doctor will prescribe the medicine long before conception in the following cases:
- against the background of gynecological problems, when it is necessary to create the right conditions in the uterus;
- with artificial insemination;
- with hormonal imbalance in a woman’s body;
- with recurrent miscarriage, when a woman has had 2 or more miscarriages in the past.
Utrozhestan can be taken orally or used vaginally. Regardless of the method of application, it is very important to follow the dose prescribed by your doctor. The specialist will definitely explain how much medicine you need to take and for how long.
Properly selected preconception treatment will create maximum conditions for successful conception. After receiving positive result test, the woman should immediately consult a doctor to begin maintenance therapy.
What effects does the medicine have?
Utrozhestan is an absolute analogue of natural progesterone, which is formed first in the corpus luteum of the ovary, and then in the placenta. Sometimes, due to progesterone deficiency, a lot of problems arise with carrying an embryo, so a hormonal drug in the form of capsules ensures the maintenance of the correct level of progesterone in the blood of a pregnant woman. In addition, utrogestan has the following positive properties:
- suppression of excess estrogen influence;
- regulation of androgen levels with a decrease male hormones in case of their excess;
- decongestant effect;
- relaxation muscular system uterus (tocolytic effect);
- calming effect;
- suppression of local immunity, which is necessary to maintain pregnancy.
The best therapeutic effect will be when used vaginally. The dosage is selected by the doctor. There is no need to be afraid - an overdose is impossible, because when the capsules are inserted into the vagina, the drug enters the blood in minimal quantities. At the same time, the local effect on organs reproductive system will be optimal.
What does the drug provide in the 2nd half of pregnancy?
By week 16, the placenta is fully formed, which protects the fetus and provides the expectant mother with a large amount of hormones.
Progesterone deficiency as a risk factor fades into the background. However, if the need arises, the doctor will advise using utrozhestan after 16 weeks. The following situations will be indicated:
- shortening of the cervix;
- changes in the blood coagulation system that contribute to impaired blood flow in the placenta;
- increased uterine tone;
- identifying the risk of gestosis.
After 16 weeks, the doctor will prescribe only vaginal administration of utrozhestan. This is necessary for optimal prevention of early opening of the cervix and a direct effect on the muscular structures of the uterus.
When should you stop taking capsules?
Most often, utrozhestan is discontinued from the time when the placenta is fully formed. However, only if there are no complications or risks. If indicated, the drug should be taken in the dosages prescribed by the doctor.
If there is a shortening of the cervix, then it will be necessary to regularly evaluate the condition of the exit from the uterus using ultrasound cervicometry (measurement of cervical length using ultrasound). The technique is used according to indications in the following periods:
- at 15-16 weeks;
- at 20-22 weeks, when a mandatory fetal ultrasound is performed;
- at 25-26 weeks;
- after 30 weeks, when the last ultrasound needs to be done.
If, during cervicometry, the length of the cervix is less than 30 mm, then it is necessary to use Utrozhestan. The shorter the length of the cervical canal, the greater the dose of the drug.
If there are no indications, the doctor will stop the drug at 16 weeks. When it is necessary to use utrozhestan to maintain pregnancy, the specialist will give recommendations on treatment before the next ultrasound. At each stage after cervicometry, a decision will need to be made about the need to continue taking the drug.
Utrozhestan should be completely discontinued when pregnancy reaches 34 weeks, when, regardless of the condition of the cervix or signs of impending premature labor, it is necessary to stop using the hormonal drug.
During pregnancy, women often have to cope with hormonal imbalances, which often lead to miscarriage and even infertility. Statistics show that a common cause of miscarriage is acute deficiency of progesterone, which is responsible for pregnancy. It is produced by the corpus luteum, which occurs as a result of ovulation and functions throughout the first trimester. If for some reason the body cannot cope with this responsibility, the woman is shown Utrozhestan, an analogue of human progesterone. Let's discuss the use of Utrozhestan during pregnancy and why it is prescribed to women.
Utrozhestan is a drug from the group of sex gland hormones. It is a natural gestagen that can completely replace female progesterone.
The active component of Utrozhestan is micronized progesterone, enclosed in a gelatin capsule for intravaginal administration, as well as for oral administration. The capsule additionally contains glycerin, oil, and gelatin.
Externally, Utrozhestan capsules during pregnancy resemble elastic dragees based on gelatin, their color is pale yellow, there is no aroma, the shape of capsules with a dose of 100 ml is round, and capsules with a dose of 200 ml are oval.
The special formula of the active substance ensures complete absorption of Utrozhestan by the intestinal or vaginal mucosa. Progesterone, penetrating into the blood, performs all the functions of a female hormone. It takes part in preparing the endometrium for the implantation of the fertilized egg into the walls of the uterus, reduces the muscle activity of the uterus and fallopian tubes, thereby preventing egg rejection. In addition, progesterone supports the fetus until the placenta is fully formed and prepares the female glands for future lactation.
The bioavailability of Utrozhestan is the same for internal and vaginal use. However, Utrozhestan suppositories during pregnancy provide faster penetration of progesterone and a pronounced local effect. Even with the introduction of an average dose of Utrozhestan (100 ml per day), reactive penetration of progesterone into the body occurs, which allows it to be maintained normal level 9.7 ng/ml, which corresponds to the luteal phase. Thus, taking Utrozhestan allows the endometrium to mature from the proliferation phase to the secretory phase and be successfully implanted into the fertilized egg. A gradual increase in the dose of Utrozhestan to 200 ml completely compensates for the need for progesterone during the 1st trimester.
On a note! Taking Utrozhestan during pregnancy orally has a therapeutic effect within 1-2 hours. And with intravaginal administration, this period is halved.
Utrozhestan: is it possible during pregnancy?
Utrozhestan is not contraindicated in the gestational period and, on the contrary, very often helps prevent miscarriage, so it is prescribed from the moment pregnancy is confirmed. Often women begin to take it at the preconception stage, and then continue treatment after successful conception. Taking Utrozhestan in the second trimester of pregnancy is also possible. However, during treatment, a woman’s liver parameters must be monitored. But taking Utrozhestan during lactation is undesirable, since the mechanism of its penetration into milk is poorly understood.
Utrozhestan in the 1st trimester of pregnancy
Utrozhestan is prescribed in the form of vaginal capsules in the first weeks of gestation. The drug is administered daily and always at the same time. This option of administration prevents pathological effects on the digestive system and toxic damage to the liver. In addition, oral administration in the first trimester is often impossible, for example, if toxicosis occurs.
Prescribing Utrozhestan in the early stages of pregnancy in adequate dosage completely eliminates uterine hypertonicity, stabilizes the functioning of the nervous system, and prevents possible miscarriage, which is associated with progesterone deficiency.
The negative impact of Utrozhestan on the development of the baby is practically absent. However, there is a small risk of developing hypospadias when using progestins to prevent miscarriage. This pathology the fetus is the formation of developmental anomalies back wall urethra or its complete absence. Therefore, before prescribing Utrozhestan, a woman should be informed about possible complications at the baby's.
Utrozhestan in the 2nd, 3rd trimester of pregnancy
Utrozhestan is prescribed very rarely after the 20th gestational week, since the significance of this treatment at this period is practically reduced to zero. But in exceptional cases, when the placenta cannot cope with the production of progesterone, Utrozhestan in the 2nd trimester of pregnancy can be extended indefinitely.
Most often, such long-term use of Utrozhestan occurs with IVF, cervical insufficiency, and shortening of the uterus. Also, after 20 weeks, Utrozhestan can be prescribed if there is a history of miscarriage, surgical intervention on the cervix, premature birth.
Sometimes Utrozhestan tablets are prescribed during pregnancy in the 3rd trimester. Taking gestagens after the 30th gestational week is indicated for premature softening of the cervix, its shortening, and the baby’s position is too low. But such treatment is carried out only in particularly dangerous situations, when the risk of premature birth is too high. In addition, on later taking gestagens can be dangerous in the presence of thrombosis or serious liver disorders. Therefore, if Utrozhestan is indicated, until what week of pregnancy it should be prescribed, the obstetrician-gynecologist decides on an individual basis.
Utrozhestan during pregnancy - what is it prescribed for?
Utrozhestan is indicated for women for the correction of diseases caused by inferiority of the corpus luteum. Administration can take place orally or vaginally, and depends on the pathology.
Internal administration of Utrozhestan during pregnancy is carried out in the presence of the following obstetric pathologies:
- risk of miscarriage;
- prevention of premature birth.
Outside of pregnancy, Utrozhestan is prescribed to eliminate the following gynecological pathologies:
- premenstrual disorders;
- infertility due to luteal phase disturbance;
- disturbance of the ovulatory process (anovulation, disovulation);
- gestagen deficiency in menopause;
- mastopathy;
- precimacteric period.
Vaginal use of Utrozhestan is appropriate for:
- inability to swallow capsules orally (toxicosis, diseases of internal organs);
- impossibility of conception due to infertility;
- threat of miscarriage;
- risk of premature onset of labor.
Advice! If a woman is confirmed to have a lack of progesterone, Utrozhestan during pregnancy is prescribed in any form, regardless of gestational age.
Utrozhestan during pregnancy - instructions
The drug fully compensates for the lack of progesterone without disturbing the woman’s natural hormonal balance. Proper treatment does not cause complications, does not contribute to excess weight gain or worsening pregnancy. But the effectiveness of replacement therapy during gestation depends on the adequacy of the prescribed dose and the general dosage regimen.
Utrozhestan during pregnancy - dosage
The treatment course of Utrozhestan depends on the method of its use, the course of pregnancy, and the severity of progesterone deficiency.
- Oral administration of Utrozhestan involves the administration of 200-300 ml of the drug in several doses. For example, 100 ml in the morning and the rest of the dose at night.
- The Utrozhestan regimen during pregnancy to prevent unscheduled onset of labor looks like this: the expectant mother takes 400 ml of the drug every 7-8 hours until the condition stabilizes, or according to the regimen suggested by the doctor. After the condition improves, the dose of Utrozhestan is reduced to 200 ml. The maintenance dose is taken until the 36th gestational week. A longer course of treatment is not recommended.
- Intravaginal use of the drug involves the administration of 200 ml of progesterone daily. If necessary, it is allowed to increase the dose of Utrozhestan during pregnancy to 400 ml or more.
- To delay premature birth, Utrozhestan 200 during pregnancy is taken from 22 to 36 gestational weeks. If there is a threat of miscarriage, a woman is prescribed 200-400 ml of Utrozhestan vaginally at the same time with an interval of 12 hours. Therapy lasts up to 12 gestational weeks.
There are no problems with how to insert Utrozhestan during pregnancy. The procedure is quite simple and painless. Before removing the capsule from the blister, you need to wash your hands, then take the capsule and insert it into the vagina in a position comfortable for the woman. The use of an applicator is allowed. After the procedure, the woman needs to lie down for some time so that the contents of the capsule dissolve and the substances penetrate the tissue of the vaginal membrane.
Utrozhestan - contraindications during pregnancy
Utrozhestan may be contraindicated in a pregnant woman if she has the following diseases:
- thrombophlebitis;
- liver damage of various etiologies;
- varicose veins;
- porphyria;
- undiagnosed bleeding;
- neoplasia of the genital organs and mammary glands.
Gestagens tend to retain water in tissues and affect the growth of hormone-dependent tumors. Given this effect of Utrozhestan, its use during pregnancy is limited for the following diseases:
- hypertension;
- epilepsy;
- bronchial asthma;
- kidney dysfunction;
- migraine;
- diabetes;
- cardiovascular abnormalities;
- lupus erythematosus;
- mastopathy;
- benign neoplasms.
Considering high risk thromboembolic and metabolic complications, Utrozhestan should be immediately discontinued if the following symptoms develop:
- visual impairment;
- blood clot formation;
- venous insufficiency;
- severe headache, including migraine attack.
Important! Utrozhestan is indicated for stopping miscarriage only in cases of diagnosed progesterone deficiency. If the cause of the miscarriage is a genetic disorder, sexually transmitted infections, or physical impairment, Utrozhestan is contraindicated.
Utrozhestan during pregnancy - side effects
Negative consequences from treatment are rare. Sometimes, if treatment rules are not followed or individual intolerance occurs, some disruptions in the functioning of various organs and systems are possible.
From the reproductive system:
- mammalgia;
- amenorrhea;
- bleeding from the birth canal.
Nervous system disorders:
- sleepiness;
- absent-mindedness;
- headache;
- dizziness;
- depression.
Gastrointestinal disorders:
- diarrhea;
- nausea;
- occasional vomiting;
- constipation.
Skin damage:
- acne;
- hives;
- yellowness of the skin;
- chloasma.
After vaginal administration of Utrozhestan during pregnancy, side effects are local in nature and manifest themselves in the form of unpleasant sensations in the vagina - itching, swelling, burning, hyperemia.
The following adverse reactions may also occur:
- decreased libido;
- localized alopecia;
- thromboembolism;
- short-term fluid retention in tissues;
- minor weight fluctuations;
- hirsutism;
- anaphylactic shock.
On a note! Women are often afraid of discharge after Utrozhestan during pregnancy. In fact, moderate yellow discharge with an oily structure is normal throughout the course of treatment.
How to cancel Utrozhestan during pregnancy
Utrozhestan is a hormonal drug, therefore it needs to be gradually withdrawn so as not to provoke a hormonal imbalance. For successful drug withdrawal without consequences daily dose reduce by 100 ml every week. If the dose taken is low enough, it is reduced by 50 ml at intervals of three days. At the stage of dose reduction and until Utrozhestan is completely discontinued during pregnancy, the woman is constantly monitored so that she does not start bleeding.
Which is better: Duphaston or Utrozhestan during pregnancy
To maintain pregnancy, not only Utrozhestan can be prescribed. An analogue of this drug is Duphaston. It is also considered a progestin, but contains a synthetic version of progesterone. While Utrozhestan contains natural progesterone of plant origin. Otherwise, these two drugs are completely identical.
The attitude of obstetricians and gynecologists towards these two drugs is different. Duphaston has long been used in obstetric practice, so its effect on pregnancy has been well studied. In addition, the synthetic form of progesterone provides a more pronounced therapeutic effect. Therefore, obstetricians-gynecologists give preference to Duphaston rather than Utrozhestan during pregnancy when there is a threat of miscarriage.
Utrozhestan comparatively new drug with a milder effect on the body. But many doctors are afraid to prescribe it during gestation, citing little experience with its use in this period. At the same time, Utrozhestan is much better tolerated by women and extremely rarely causes them to feel unwell.
It is impossible to say which of these two drugs is better. Therefore, the doctor’s appointment depends on his experience, the woman’s condition and the effectiveness of the chosen treatment.
Utrozhestan during pregnancy - reviews
Utrozhestan capsules are well tolerated by women. They do not suppress the production of female hormones, therefore they are not addictive, do not participate in metabolic processes, do not affect weight and do not provoke hormonal imbalance in the child. Utrozhestan helps many women every day to conceive and carry a baby, as evidenced by many reviews.
Many responses are left by women who were prescribed Utrozhestan during pregnancy for tone. After the start of therapy, the women’s condition rapidly stabilized, and the threat of miscarriage passed. There are also reviews about the effectiveness of Utrozhestan in the prevention of premature birth of a baby, which could be caused by pathologies of the cervix.
Utrozhestan is a highly effective remedy that allows women with hormonal disorders to conceive and bear a healthy baby. But he is hormonal drug and can only be taken under the supervision of an obstetrician-gynecologist.
Video “Utrozhestan during pregnancy - features of administration”
Many women dream of having children, but not everyone succeeds. Often pregnancy does not occur or it does occur, but a miscarriage occurs due to insufficient amounts of progesterone in the body. Produced by the ovaries in sufficient quantities, it helps preserve the embryo and promotes its normal development. If there is a lack of progesterone, doctors prescribe the drug "Utrozhestan", pinning high hopes on it. In this case, the woman carries and gives birth to a child without any problems. As numerous reviews indicate, Utrozhestan is very effective during pregnancy.
Purpose and form of release
"Utrozhestan" is medicine, consisting of natural micronized progesterone hormone. Most often, doctors prescribe it during pregnancy to prevent miscarriage or premature birth. “Utrozhestan” is also used, and reviews of its use during this period are only positive. In addition, it is used to treat diseases that occur due to a lack of progesterone. This is fibrocystic mastopathy, menstrual irregularities. The drug is prescribed to women during menopause to eliminate climatic syndrome.
“Utrozhestan” is produced in capsules that can be used orally or topically, like vaginal suppositories (that’s why capsules are sometimes called suppositories; in fact, there is only one form of release of the drug). They contain 100 and 200 mg of active substance, which is micronized natural progesterone, which is well absorbed into the bloodstream. Excipients are peanut butter, gelatin, soy lecithin, titanium dioxide, glycerol. Utrozhestan suppositories are very effective during pregnancy. Reviews from patients and doctors testify to this.
Indications for use
Using the drug leads to the following positive aspects:
- normal endometrium begins to form;
- insulin concentration increases;
- glycogen in the liver begins to accumulate intensively;
- the excitability and contractility of the muscles of the uterus and fallopian tubes decreases;
- the uterine mucosa enters the secretory phase.
"Utrozhestan" is used to treat diseases that arise due to insufficient amounts of progesterone in the body.
Oral administration is indicated in the following cases:
- V complex therapy infertility caused by deficiency;
- if violated menstrual cycle;
- to relieve symptoms during menopause;
- relieving tension syndrome before the onset of menstruation;
- For complex treatment fibrocystic mastopathy.
- with a lack of progesterone;
- to maintain the luteal phase;
- as a prevention of the formation of uterine fibroids and endometriosis;
- to prevent a miscarriage;
- for infertility associated with a lack of lutein;
- as a result of premature menopause.
Mode of application
When taken orally, if a woman is planning a pregnancy, Utrozhestan is taken 2 times a day. In some cases, the doctor may increase the dose to 400 mg per day. For the treatment of fibrocystic mastopathy, as well as premenstrual syndrome, the dosage is 400 mg per day, the duration of treatment is 10 days.
For intravaginal use, if a woman completely lacks progesterone, the drug is used for at least 3 months. The dosage is selected by the doctor in each individual case. If it exists in the first and second trimester of pregnancy, Utrozhestan is used twice a day, inserted deep into the vagina.
special instructions
You should not use the drug as a means of contraception, as it does not have a contraceptive effect. When used in the first half of the menstrual cycle (before ovulation), a shortening of the cycle or bleeding may occur.
If uterine bleeding occurs, it is not recommended to take Utrozhestan until the cause of this pathology is clarified.
If the following symptoms occur, the drug should be stopped as soon as possible:
- double vision;
- retinal vascular lesions;
- unbearable headache;
- loss of vision;
- thrombosis of veins and arteries;
- migraine.
In this case, you should immediately consult a doctor.
"Utrozhestan" during pregnancy
Reviews from most women taking this drug during pregnancy are positive, as it promotes successful pregnancy. It is allowed to be taken in the first and second trimester, up to the 27th week. After this period, it should be used with caution and only if there are indications for this.
The drug helps prevent miscarriage and prevents premature birth, especially if a woman is diagnosed with complete ovarian dysfunction or progesterone deficiency. Moreover, there is a high probability that pregnancy will occur after Utrozhestan. Reviews eloquently testify to this.
Indications for taking the drug if pregnancy is only planned
In what cases should Utrozhestan be taken when planning pregnancy? Reviews from doctors indicate that the indication for taking the drug is It is characterized by low body temperature in the period following ovulation and various menstrual irregularities. Such a disruption in the functioning of the body occurs quite often. That is why, to prevent a miscarriage, Utrozhestan suppositories are prescribed during pregnancy. Reviews from women indicate that they are quite effective.
Another indication for taking artificial progesterone during pregnancy planning is the prevention of endometriosis. In this state of the body, the mucous membrane of the uterus grows very strongly or it begins to penetrate into the deeper layers of the tissue. Most often, endometriosis is observed in women aged 30 to 45 years with a short menstrual cycle, with impaired metabolism, in whom estrogen levels are significantly increased, and who have constantly used intrauterine contraceptives.
Because of this disease, you can wait a very long time for pregnancy, because with endometriosis, cysts begin to form on the wall of the uterus, in the ovaries, and inside the fallopian tubes. All this leads to a decrease in the patency of the tubes, the functioning of the ovaries is disrupted, and the implantation of the embryo into the uterine wall is significantly more difficult. This is why doctors prescribe Utrozhestan when planning pregnancy. Feedback from women on this matter is also positive.
The drug normalizes the menstrual cycle, creates the necessary conditions for the fertilized egg to settle in the uterus, and in the event of a threat of miscarriage, helps maintain pregnancy.
Contraindications and side effects of the drug when planning
A woman who dreams of becoming pregnant should know that although this drug helps fulfill the dream of having a child, its use is only possible as prescribed by a doctor. "Utrozhestan" may have the following contraindications:
- thrombophlebitis;
- liver diseases;
- malignant tumors;
- phlebeurysm.
Very rarely occur side effects when using the drug "Utrozhestan" (suppositories). Reviews about this drug when planning pregnancy indicate that short-term drowsiness and dizziness may occur. But you should be careful while driving, because there is a slight impact on the central nervous system adversely affects the reaction speed when driving a car.
Indications for taking the drug during pregnancy
As numerous reviews show, Utrozhestan is of great benefit during pregnancy. In healthy women, the progesterone produced begins to grow the endometrium, the uterine mucosa thickens and is enriched with blood vessels, and the embryo receives sufficient oxygen and nutrients.
For women with progesterone deficiency, the drug is prescribed to prevent miscarriage. In addition, it is prescribed if it exists due to increased uterine tone. Medicine helps to reduce it, allowing a woman to bear a child normally.
Contraindications of the drug during pregnancy
"Utrozhestan" should not be taken in the following cases:
- vaginal bleeding of unknown origin;
- porphyria;
- intolerance or allergic reactions on the components of the drug;
- incomplete miscarriage;
- tumors of the genital organs or mammary glands that are malignant;
- thromboembolism;
- tendency to develop blood clots;
- severe liver diseases.
These contraindications are considered absolute, that is, taking the drug if they exist is strictly prohibited.