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What Causes Severe Itching On The Face While On Estrogel?

Hello I am 57 and been on one daily pump of Estrogel and 100mg of Prometrium since one month. I have developed itchy skin especially around my face, it s driving me crazy, but nothing is visible topically. I also have bouts of nausea so I ve stoppec tbe Prometrium and Estrogel since two days. I have progesterone cream 1/4 tsp since two nights. I wonnder who the culprit is between the Prom and the Estrogel Thank you Johanne
Thu, 27 Apr 2017
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Both estrogel and Prometrium have itching as a known side effect. In your case I believe Prometrium is the culprit as Estrogel is a local application medicine and unlike to produce side effect on face.
I recommend consulting with your doctor about changing the drug or dosage.
I would also recommend taking an over the counter anti allergic medicine like Cetirizine and applying cold water or ice packs to face to relieve itching.

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What Causes Severe Itching On The Face While On Estrogel?

Both estrogel and Prometrium have itching as a known side effect. In your case I believe Prometrium is the culprit as Estrogel is a local application medicine and unlike to produce side effect on face. I recommend consulting with your doctor about changing the drug or dosage. I would also recommend taking an over the counter anti allergic medicine like Cetirizine and applying cold water or ice packs to face to relieve itching. Hope this answers your question. Thank you.