What is Crinone Vaginal gel

Crinone 8% Vaginal gel is used to restore menstrual cycles in women whose periods have stopped. It is a natural female hormone important for regulating ovulation (release of an egg from a woman's ovary) and menstruation. It is used in the treatment of infertility to help you get pregnant. You should use Crinone 8% Vaginal gel as your doctor has advised. Do not use more or less than you have been advised and do not use it for longer than recommended. You may be asked to continue using this medicine for a period after it is confirmed that you are pregnant. Use of this medicine may cause side effects such as vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge, and itching. If you experience any of this that does not resolve on its own or get worse, let your doctor know. Very occasionally people get a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. It may not suit everybody, and you should tell your doctor if you have, or have had, breast cancer, unusual bleeding in the vagina, or liver disease. You may be monitored more carefully if you have liver, kidney, or heart problems or have diabetes or asthma. Let your doctor know your medical history to be safe. let your doctor know about all other medicines which may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. You will probably have several tests both before and during treatment to check your womb. In general, it is advisable not to use any other vaginal products or cream while using this medicine.

Benefits of Crinone Vaginal gel

In Hormone replacement therapy

Hormone placement therapy (HRT) is a treatment to relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, vaginal dryness, and reduced sex drive. Since menopause can last for several years, this treatment can make a big improvement to your daily life and mood. Progesterone is one of two important hormones (the other being is estrogen) used in this treatment. However, it may not treat all your symptoms, consult with your doctor. You should use this medicine as it is prescribed, and for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Crinone Vaginal gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Crinone

• Vaginal bleeding

Quick tips

• Crinone 8% Vaginal gel helps increase your chances of getting pregnant by replacing low levels of progesterone during luteal phase. It prepares the lining of your uterus to receive and nourish a fertilized egg.
• If you become pregnant, Crinone 8% Vaginal gel can be used for another 10 to 12 weeks until your progesterone levels are high enough.
• It also helps regulate menstrual cycle in women who do not have a regular period due to a decrease in the hormone progesterone.
• It exposes your body to less hormone compared to progesterone pills or injections thereby preventing various gastric side effects.
• Do not use tampons or other vaginal products for at least 6 hours before and 6 hours after using Crinone 8% Vaginal gel.
• You may get a brownish or white discharge during this time that may cause irritation, pain or swelling of the vagina. It is not unusual, but talk to your doctor if it bothers you.