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Progestogel 1% Gel, 80g Tube
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Progestogel 1% Gel, 80g Tube

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Progestogel, a progesterone gel for relieving mild breast pain. Available at pharmacies.

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What is Progestogel used for?

Progestogel is a medication specifically designed for adults suffering from mild breast pain and conditions, such as mastodynia and benign breast disease. This gel contains progesterone, a hormone naturally present in the body, which plays a crucial role in treating progesterone deficiency. Thanks to its specific properties, Progestogel provides effective relief from breast pain, helping you regain your daily comfort.

Progestogel offers numerous benefits. First and foremost, it helps reduce pain associated with mastodynia, which often occurs before menstruation. In addition, by improvinghormonal balance, Progestogel can reduce breast tenderness, offering welcome relief to many women. This gel is also recommended as an adjunct treatment for benign breast conditions—non-cancerous conditions that can cause significant pain and discomfort.

The active ingredient in Progestogel, progesterone, is known for its stabilizing effects on breast tissue. By increasing progesterone levels in the body, this gel helps regulate hormonal fluctuations that can cause pain and discomfort. This targeted action leads to a noticeable improvement in symptoms, providing rapid and long-lasting relief.

Progestogel comes in gel form, which makes it easy to apply and allows for rapid absorption of progesterone through the skin. This topical application method is not only convenient but also enables effective local action, thereby limiting systemic side effects. For pregnant or breastfeeding women, Progestogel should be used only under medical supervision to ensure safe and appropriate use.

Progestogel is therefore an ideal solution for those seeking relief from breast pain and treatment for benign breast conditions. Thanks to itsmany benefits, this gel helps regulate hormone levels, reduce breast tenderness, and improve daily comfort. Whether you suffer from mastodynia or benign breast conditions, Progestogel may be the therapeutic supplement you need to regain an optimal quality of life.

How do you use Progestogel?

Using Progestogel is simple and convenient. The generally recommended dosage is 1 to 2 pumps from the bottle on each breast. Apply the gel after showering, massaging it in until fully absorbed. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after each application to avoid accidental contact with the eyes or other sensitive areas of the body.

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Directions for Use

For effective treatment, it is recommended to apply Progestogel daily, including during your period. This continuous treatment helps maintain a stable level of progesterone, contributing to a gradual and lasting improvement in symptoms. Be sure to follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s recommendations for optimal use.

Precautions

As with any medication, certain precautions should be taken when using Progestogel. If you are allergic to progesterone or any of the ingredients in this gel, you should not use it. In addition, inform your doctor or pharmacist of any other medications you are currently taking or have taken recently to avoid any adverse interactions.

Regarding pregnancy and breastfeeding, it is crucial to consult your doctor before using Progestogel. Although this gel is generally well tolerated, additional precautions are necessary to ensure your baby’s safety.

Storage of Progestogel

To ensure Progestogel’s effectiveness, it is important to store it properly. Keep it out of the sight and reach of children, and do not use it after the expiration date printed on the box and tube. Store the gel at a temperature not exceeding 25°C to preserve its therapeutic properties.

Composition of Progestogel

Packaging

Progestogel comes in a convenient, easy-to-use 80-g tube. This format allows for extended daily use, providing consistent relief from breast pain.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Progestogel is progesterone. The other components of its formula are as follows: Octyldodecanol, Carbomer 980, Macrogol Glycerol Hydroxystearate, Trolamine, Alcohol, Purified Water.

Progestogel is available at pharmacies, offering a reliable and effective solution for mild breast pain. Regular use can provide significant comfort and relief, thereby improving the quality of life for women suffering from mastodynia or benign breast conditions.

Why use Progestogel to relieve breast pain?

Breast pain, also known as mastodynia, is a source of discomfort for many women. Benign breast conditions, such as mastopathy, can also cause significant discomfort. Progestogel, a gel containing progesterone, offers an effective solution for relieving this pain. In this article, we’ll explore why you should consider using Progestogel, how to apply it, the effects of progesterone, and the best time to use this treatment.

Why Use Progestogel?

Progestogel is recommended for women experiencing breast pain and benign breast conditions such as mastodynia or mastopathy. This gel contains progesterone, a hormone naturally secreted during the ovarian cycle. Progesterone plays a crucial role in regulating the menstrual cycle and preparing the breasts for a potential pregnancy. A hormonal imbalance can lead to breast pain, and that’s where Progestogel comes in. By applying this gel, you provide a supplement of progesterone directly to the breast tissue, thereby helping to reduce inflammation and pain.

How do you use Progestogel?

Applying Progestogel is simple and straightforward. Here’s how:

  1. Apply after showering: Progestogel should be applied topically to each breast after showering. This ensures that the skin is clean and allows for better absorption of the product.
  2. Precise Dosage: Use the included applicator to measure out the product accurately. Proper application is essential for achieving the best results.
  3. Massage until fully absorbed: Massage the gel into the breasts until it is completely absorbed by the skin.
  4. Hand hygiene: Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after each use to prevent progesterone from transferring to other parts of your body or to other people.
  5. Consistency: Progestogel must be applied daily, including during your period, to maintain a consistent level of progesterone.

The Effects of Progesterone in the Form of Progestogel

Progesterone is a steroid hormone secreted at the time of ovulation. It plays an essential role in preparing the uterus for a potential pregnancy and in regulating the menstrual cycle. A progesterone deficiency can cause breast pain (mastodynia) and other discomforts. Progestogel delivers progesterone directly to the breasts, which helps balance hormone levels and reduce associated symptoms.

When should Progestogel be used?

Progestogel should be applied topically to the breasts, preferably in the morning after washing. For best results, it is crucial to follow a continuous treatment regimen throughout the month, even during menstruation. Regular application ensures a consistent level of progesterone, which is essential for relieving breast pain and managing benign breast conditions.

Progestogel is an effective solution for women suffering from breast pain and benign breast conditions. By delivering supplemental progesterone directly to the breasts, this gel helps reduce inflammation and pain, thereby improving users’ quality of life. To fully benefit from its effects, it is essential to follow the application instructions and use the product regularly. If you suffer from breast pain or breast conditions, Progestogel may be the solution to your breast pain. Consult your healthcare provider to determine if this treatment is appropriate for your situation.

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NOTICE

ANSM - Updated on : 22/01/2024

Product name

PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT, gel for topical application

Progesterone

Box

Please read this leaflet carefully before using this medicine, as it contains important information for you.

Always use this medicine exactly as instructed in this leaflet or by your doctor or pharmacist.

- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.

- If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

- This medicine has been personally prescribed for you. Do not give it to other people. It could harm them, even if the signs of their illness are the same as yours.

- If you experience any undesirable effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. See section 4.

What does this leaflet contain?

1. What is PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT, topical gel and what is it used for?

2. What do I need to know before using PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT, topical gel?

3. How do I use PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT, topical gel?

4. What are the possible side effects?

5. How should PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT topical gel be stored?

6. Package contents and other information.

1. WHAT IS PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT, gel for topical application AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR?

Pharmacotherapeutic class - ATC code: PROGESTATIVE - G: Genitourinary system and sexhormones .

This medicine is indicated for benign breast pain and disease.

2. WHAT DO I HAVE TO KNOW BEFORE USING PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT, gel for topical application?

Never use Progestogel:

- if you are allergic to the active substance or to any of the other ingredients of this product, as listed in section 6,

- if you have, have had or are suspected of having hormone-sensitive breast cancer.

Warnings and precautions

Wash hands after use.

Children and adolescents

Not applicable.

Other drugs and Progestogel

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or may take any other medicines.

Progestogel with food and drink

Not applicable.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding

This drug may be prescribed during pregnancy.

Progesterone may be used during breastfeeding.

If applied to the breasts, wash thoroughly before each feed.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you might be pregnant or are planning to become pregnant, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Driving and using machines

Not applicable.

Progestogel contains 1.2 g alcohol (ethanol) per 2.5 g gel. This may cause a burning sensation on damaged skin.

This medicine may be flammable until the product dries.

3. HOW DO I USE PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT, topical gel?

Always use this product exactly as instructed in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if in doubt.

The recommended dose is one measure of the applicator on each breast.

Treatment should preferably be continuous, every day of the month, including during menstruation.

Apply to each breast after washing, until the product has penetrated.

Wash hands after application.

If you have used more Progestogel than you should have

Not applicable.

If you forget to use Progestogel

Do not take a double dose to make up for the one you forgot to take.

If you stop using Progestogel

Not applicable.

If you have any further questions about the use of this medicine, please ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?

Like all medicines, Progestogel may cause undesirable effects, but these do not always occur in everyone.

Undesirable effects whose frequency cannot be determined

- Allergic reaction (hypersensitivity) at the application site

- Irritation or reaction at the application site

- Irregular menstrual cycles

- Breast pain

- Breast swelling

- Redness of the skin (erythema)

- Itching (pruritus)

- Skin rash

Reporting side effects

If you experience any side effects, please tell your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. You can also report adverse reactions directly via the national reporting system: Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé (ANSM) and the network of Centres Régionaux de Pharmacovigilance.

By reporting adverse reactions, you are helping to provide more information on drug safety.

5. HOW TO USE PROGESTOGEL 1 PER CENT, gel for topical application?

Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiration date indicated on the box, tube or bottle. The expiration date refers to the last day of that month.

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.

Do not dispose of any medicine down the drain or in the household waste. Ask your pharmacist to dispose of any medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.

6. CONTENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION

What Progestogel contains

- The active substance is :

Progesterone ....................................................................................................................... 1 g

For 100 g of gel.

- Other ingredients are: octyldodecanol, carbomer 980, macrogolglycerol hydroxystearate, trolamine, alcohol, purified water.

What Progestogel is and what it contains

Gel for topical application.

80 g aluminum tube, internally varnished (epoxyphenolic varnish).

75 g bottle (PE/Polypropylene) with metering pump (60 doses).

Not all presentations may be marketed.

Marketing authorization holder

BESINS HEALTHCARE FRANCE

3, RUE DU BOURG L'ABBE

75003 PARIS

Marketing authorization holder

BESINS HEALTHCARE FRANCE

17 RUE PERIER

92120 MONTROUGE

Manufacturer

BESINS MANUFACTURING BELGIUM

GROOT-BIJGAARDENSTRAAT 128

1620 DROGENBOS

BELGIUM

Product names in member states of the European Economic Area

Not applicable.

The last date on which this leaflet was revised was :

[to be completed subsequently by the holder].

Other

Detailed information on this drug is available on the ANSM (France) website.

VIDAL DE LA FAMILLE

PROGESTOGEL

Fiche révisée le 17 Janvier 2014
Famille du médicament : Progestatif

Indications

Ce médicament d'usage local contient une hormone, la progestérone.

Il est utilisé pour traiter certaines affections bénignes des seins (douleur mammaire, gonflement, kyste...).

Présentations

PROGESTOGEL : gel pour application locale ; tube de 80 g avec applicateur (32 mesures de 2,5 g)
Ordonnance facultative - Remboursable à 30% - Prix : 4.41 €

Les prix mentionnés ne tiennent pas compte des « honoraires de dispensation » du pharmacien.

Composition

p mesure
Progestérone25 mg

Fertilité, grossesse et allaitement

Grossesse :

Ce gel peut être utilisé pendant la grossesse.

Allaitement :

Ce gel ne doit être utilisé qu'après avis médical.

Mode d'emploi et posologie

Après la toilette et le séchage de la peau, étaler le gel sur le sein jusqu'à pénétration du produit. Ce gel ne tache pas.

Posologie usuelle :

1 mesure de l'applicateur (2,5 g) sur chaque sein, de préférence tous les jours du mois, y compris pendant les règles.

Conseils

Pensez à vous laver les mains après l'application.

LEXIQUE

hormone

Substance produite par le corps et transportée par le sang, destinée à réguler l'activité de certaines glandes ou de certains organes.

kyste

Tumeur bénigne formée d'une cavité fermée et remplie d'une substance liquide, molle ou plus rarement solide.

progestatif

Substance dont l'action est proche de celle de la progestérone.

progestérone

Hormone sécrétée par l'ovaire pendant la seconde phase du cycle et pendant la grossesse. Elle favorise la fixation et le développement dans l'utérus de l'œuf fécondé. Certains dérivés de la progestérone sont également utilisés comme contraceptif.

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