When planning a child, getting pregnant and throughout this wonderful period, many obstetrician gynecologists advise and prescribe to take various hormonal preparations.
During pregnancy, it is important that the body contains a sufficient amount of the hormone progesterone, since its deficiency during this period threatens with the development of various complications and consequences.
Progesterone levels during pregnancy:
- prevents uterine contractions;
- affects the proper development of the fetus;
- helps to preserve and protect the fetus during its formation, growth and development;
- contributes to the normal course of labor.
The drug "Utrozhestan" is appointed precisely for these purposes, in order to preserve the pregnancy and improve the condition of the future mothers.
What is the drug Utrozhestan
Utrogestan is a hormonal drug that is a synthetic analogue of progesterone.
To the drug attached instructions for use.
This drug is available in the form of round (100 mg each) or oval (200 mg each) yellowish capsules or candles. Thus, Utrozhestan is either taken orally or injected deep into the vagina.
When pregnancy is most preferable to use candles, because the result is faster and fewer side effects. The main distinctive side effect of capsules from candles is the uncertainty about the reaction of the future mom's digestive system to this drug.
However, the cost of candles Utrozhestan significantly higher than this drug in capsules. The price depends on the form of release, ranges about 400-450 rubles. You can only buy in pharmacies by prescription.
What is Utrozhestan prescribed during pregnancy and how does it work?
Often, gynecologists prescribe the drug Utrozhestan during pregnancy. This is perfectly acceptable in the following cases:
- with a shortage of progesterone hormone in the body, that is, to restore hormonal levels;
- as a prevention of the threat of miscarriage, to strengthen the uterus;
- when bloody discharge occurs;
- before planning a pregnancy.
Utrozestana dosage during pregnancy
The duration of the course of administration and dosage is determined by the attending physician. The doctor is based on the presence of contraindications for health and during pregnancy.
The first trimester of pregnancy is considered the most dangerous for the female body, because it is during this period that the mechanism of progesterone production can fail, then its number will drop dramatically.
In the first two trimesters of pregnancy, Utrozhestan is prescribed for the prevention of miscarriage and premature birth.
In the third trimester, the drug is not prescribed, another analogue is prescribed, as there may be irregularities in the liver. In addition, the hormone deficiency in this period is no longer as dangerous as its excess.
The most active and softer effect on the body Urozhestan in the form of candles. Candles are better absorbed into the blood without affecting the functioning of internal organs than capsules.
As a rule, Utrozhestan is appointed 2 times a day, in the morning and in the evening. Capsules must be taken with water, preferably half an hour before meals.
During the meal is not recommended. Candles to enter in the evening before bedtime, and in the morning, calculating the time to lie down half an hour after insertion into the vagina. The duration of the course is chosen in each case individually.
In any case, it is impossible to stop taking the drug abruptly, only under the supervision of a physician and monitoring the occurrence of side effects. For example, reducing the dosage of the drug may cause the appearance of bleeding and painful sensations in the lower abdomen.
In such cases, reduce and stop taking the drug is not worth it. In the absence of any changes, you can stop taking the drug under further observation by a doctor.
Information about overdose of this drug is not available. Also revealed no dangerous interaction with other drugs.
Contraindications and side effects
Like any drug, Utrozhestan has contraindications for use in:
- problems with the performance of the liver;
- predisposition to thrombophlebitis;
- malignant diseases;
- diabetes;
- bronchial asthma;
- heart failure;
- diseases of the central nervous system.
Despite the fact that the drug is hormonal, it does not affect the increase in body weight, the formation of edema and increased blood pressure.
Side effects can manifest in the form of distraction, drowsiness and dizziness. When taking capsules utrozhestan can be observed disorder of the digestive system. With a vaginal application, there may be a burning or itching in the vaginal area.
Why appoint Utrozhestan when planning pregnancy
Low levels of progesterone in the body can make pregnancy impossible.
When planning a child, Utrozhestan may be appointed by the attending physician in the following cases:
- infertility diagnosis, which is caused by low levels of the hormone progesterone;
- in cases of previous miscarriage due to hormonal disruption and low progesterone levels;
- low concentration of the main hormone of pregnancy - progesterone - in the blood.
Acceptance of Utrozhestan, as a synthetic progesterone substitute, contributes to the acceleration of the long-awaited result and pregnancy.
Prior to the appointment and administration of the drug, a woman must undergo a medical examination.
When planning a pregnancy, the course of treatment and dosage are determined solely by the doctor, based on the clinical situation. Self-administration and the selected dosage can aggravate the situation and affect the health of the woman and the successful conception of the child.
If there are too pronounced side effects, the drug should be stopped.
Utrozhestan during pregnancy: reviews
Gynecologist:
Progesterone deficiency is a fairly common cause that couples encounter when planning a child, as well as many pregnant women when carrying a child. The action of the drug Utrozhestan is provided by its main component - progesterone. This drug was prescribed to women, when planning a child, as well as to pregnant women with a low content of progesterone in the body. According to reviews and results, you can judge the positive effect of the drug. Taking this drug led to the desired pregnancy for most women for a relatively short period of time. Pregnant women helped eliminate the threat of interruption and carry out the desired child.
Reviews of women who took Utrozhestan:
Galina:
At the beginning of the second trimester, bleeding appeared. After the examination and testing, I was diagnosed with a shortage of progesterone. The doctor prescribed candles Utrozhestan. The drug helped me, the discharge went almost immediately. So, if prescribed, it is better to drink.
Catherine:
There was a threat of miscarriage, constantly the uterus was in good shape. Took Utrozhestan tablets. After the reception, she noticed a lethargy and weakness, all the time I wanted to sleep.
Additional information about the drug Utrozhestan can be found in the following video.
