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Old Sep 30th, 2009, 17:26 PM   #1
Blessed1
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prescribed Prometrium during 1st trimester..


Hi!
I've had a "chemical pregnancy" in the past.

I am now pregnant again!!
I was prescribed Prometrium (200mg -1pill at bedtime) at my first appointment (I've only been taking it for 2 days now). The same day it was prescribed, they also drew my blood to see where my progesterone levels are at (My progesterone levels have never been tested until recently). So I am pretty much taking it as a precaution. I just called the dr.'s office and they don't have the test results back yet.

I was reading that some very small studies have linked prometruim with birth defects?? And it has lots of side effects.
Anyone have any personal experience with this? I guess I am just looking for peace of mind...

I am just afraid to take any medications while pregnant...but I guess it may be necessary.


 
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Old Oct 1st, 2009, 13:17 PM   #2
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Hi,

I was also put on Prometrium during my 1st trimester due to a previous miscarriage. Mine were 100mg twice a day until 13 weeks. I took them with no problem. I am now 37 weeks and 5 days and my little man is perfect.


 
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Old Oct 2nd, 2009, 01:10 AM   #3
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Thank you...


 
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Old Oct 2nd, 2009, 13:42 PM   #4
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Originally Posted by Blessed1 View Post
Thank you...
Your welcome!


 
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