11/10/2026
Progesterone can be a game changer, but no one warns you about this part. 👇
Oral progesterone is one of the medications I use most in my practice, and I love what it can do for women. But it’s not a one-size-fits-all fix, and the side effects often go unmentioned.
A few I see in clinic:
• Feeling like you can’t get a full breath (air hunger)
• Dizziness or heavy drowsiness
• Blurred vision or slurred speech
• Trouble walking, confusion, or feeling “drunk”
• Next-day grogginess and fatigue
These usually happen around peak levels, which is why oral progesterone is taken at bedtime. And if they’re happening to you, there are options: a lower dose, or a different route like vaginal or sublingual.
Have you experienced any of these? Tell me below 👇
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This is for education only, not medical advice. Always talk with your own provider before changing any medication.