How to take progesterone to delay menstruation
Recently, the topic of "progesterone delays menstruation" has sparked widespread discussion on social media and health forums. Many women want medication to adjust their menstrual cycles due to exams, travel or other special needs. This article will combine hot topics and medical advice from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with detailed answers to the usage, precautions, and frequently asked questions of progesterone.
1. The mechanism of action of progesterone
Progesterone is a natural progesterone that inhibits the shedding of the lining of the uterus, thereby delaying menstruation. It is usually necessary to start taking it in the second half of the menstrual cycle (3-7 days before expected menstruation) and continue until the end of the date that needs to be postponed.
| drug type | How to take | Common dosage |
|---|---|---|
| progesterone capsules | 2 times a day, 100mg each time | 200mg/day |
| Dydrogesterone tablets | 2 times a day, 10mg each time | 20mg/day |
2. Summary of hot topics on the entire network (data in the past 10 days)
| platform | amount of discussion | High frequency problem |
|---|---|---|
| 12,000 items | “What are the side effects of progesterone?” | |
| little red book | 8500+ notes | "What should I do if I have menstrual disorders after taking it?" |
| Zhihu | 320 answers | “Does long-term use affect fertility?” |
3. Precautions for use
1.Taboo groups: Contraindicated in patients with abnormal liver function, history of thrombosis, and breast cancer;
2.side effects: Dizziness and breast tenderness may occur (the incidence is about 15%);
3.Withdrawal time: It is recommended to take it continuously for no more than 14 days. Menstruation will occur 3-7 days after stopping the drug;
4.medical advice: Use no more than 2 times a year. Frequent use may cause hormone disorders.
4. Comparison between doctors’ recommendations and netizens’ actual measurements
| Project | doctor advice | Netizen feedback |
|---|---|---|
| Effective time | Need to be taken 3 days in advance | 56% said it would be effective even one day in advance. |
| menstruation resumes | Within 3 days after stopping medication | 32% experienced delays of more than 5 days |
5. Alternatives and natural adjustment methods
1.short-acting contraceptive pill: Need to be taken from the 1st to 5th day of menstruation;
2.Traditional Chinese Medicine Conditioning: Acupuncture can delay the cycle of some people by 3-5 days;
3.Vitamin C: Large doses (2000mg/day) may affect hormone levels, but the evidence is insufficient.
6. Special reminder
Progesterone is a prescription drug and must be prescribed by a doctor after evaluation. Methods such as "progesterone recipes" and "phytoprogesterone" circulated on the Internet have no scientific basis, so do not try them blindly. If you need to adjust your menstrual cycle, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist 1-2 months in advance.
(Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is November 1-10, 2023. The content is for reference only. Please follow your doctor’s advice for specific medication)
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