Q I'm getting progesterone injections at the OB-GYN to induce my period. Is it okay to take herbal medicine at the same time?
A Using a progesterone-induced cycle together with herbal medicine is generally not a problem. Just space the two about one to two hours apart, and be sure to tell your practitioner exactly which hormones you are currently taking and on what schedule.
Detailed Answer
Progesterone injections or oral medications work by thickening the endometrium to induce menstruation. Herbal medicine usually does not interfere with this effect, and taking the two about one to two hours apart is sufficient. However, if your OB-GYN is following a special protocol (such as preparation for reproductive medicine or fertility procedures), it is safer to inform the prescribing Korean medicine doctor of your exact situation so that treatment can be coordinated.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
In Korean medicine, we support the body in taking over the endometrium-building role that progesterone has been performing, by replenishing Qi and Blood and stabilizing the uterine environment. Restoring the uterine condition with herbal medicine while menstruation is being induced by injections or drugs can increase the likelihood that the uterus will later respond on its own without hormonal support.
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