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A member asked:

I have read that prometrium (micronized progesterone) assists in calming a perimenopausal women for sleep, why does this not work for me at any dose?

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Because what: You have read is not strictly true; it may help some women, but it's just trial-and-error.

Answered 7/24/2013

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