Crinone Gel

Crinone 8% is a vaginal gel that contains the female hormone progesterone which supports your body before and during pregnancy

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Shipping From	Israel
Strength	8%
Active Ingredients	Progesterone
Manufacturered In	Switzerland
Manufacturer	MerckSerono
Size	15 Applicators

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Crinone Gel Description

Crinone 8% is a progesterone gel suppository. The Crinone price on IVFPharmacy is more than 80% cheaper than US Pharmacies.

Crinone 8% (progesterone gel) is a specially formulated vaginal gel that contains the female hormone progesterone.
Progesterone is important for ovulation and menstruation. Progesterone causes changes in the lining of the uterus, making it easier for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus at the beginning of pregnancy. Progesterone then helps maintain the pregnancy until the placenta can provide its own hormonal support.
Crinone is used in fertility treatment as part of IVF for women unable to get pregnant due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body.
Unlike injectable progesterone, Crinone is applied into the vagina where it adheres to the vaginal walls and is absorbed directly where it is needed. This form of application avoids the local pain associated with intramuscular injections of progesterone.

Crinone Gel - What's Included

Crinone Gel is supplied in individually sealed applicators. Each applicator is ready to insert into the vagina and the empty applicator should be discarded immediately after application.

An instructional video is available below.

The Difference Between US and European Crinone Gel

Crinone Gel on IVFPharmacy is made by Merck Serono. It is a brand medication, not generic. The only meaningful difference in purchasing internationally is the Crinone price! The drug composition is exactly the same as Crinone Gel in the US but the packaging may vary slightly. Here’s how:

US packaging:
Crinone Gel can be purchased per applicator.

European packaging:
Crinone Gel is packaged in boxes of 15 applicators. IVFPharmacy does not sell individual applicators.

Other progesterone medications offered by IVFPharmacy include tablets /pessaries such as Endometrin and Prometrium, and injections such as Progesterone in Oil and water-based Prolutex (for subcutaneous injection)

Crinone Gel Uses and Side Effects

Crinone Gel Uses & Indications:

This medication is used to treat infertility in women who do not make enough of the natural hormone progesterone. Progesterone works by preparing the lining of the womb to receive a fertilized egg. This hormone is needed to maintain a pregnancy.
This medication is also used to restore menstrual cycles in women whose cycles have stopped.

Crinone Gel Side Effects:

Common side effects include: Bloating, cramps, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, breast swelling/pain, pain around the vaginal area, drowsiness, tiredness, decreased interest in sex, joint pain or headaches.

You may develop a vaginal discharge containing little white balls of gel from using this medication, however, if you develop any unusual vaginal discharge, itching, or odor, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Serious side effects that require medical attention include: Depression, nervousness, mood swings, swollen feet/ankles, increased urination at night, abnormal vaginal bleeding, breast lumps, yellowing of the eyes or skin, pain/redness/swelling of arms or legs, trouble breathing, chest pain, weakness on one side of the body, slurred speech, vision changes.

If you develop a rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), experience severe dizziness or have trouble breathing it might be caused by a severe allergic reaction, seek urgent medical attention.

Disclaimer: information taken from webMD.com