topical progesterone cream (Pro-Gest) helps reduce hot flashes

September 1999

A new study in Obstetrics & Gynecology suggests that topical progesterone cream (Pro-Gest) helps reduce hot flashes.

These creams are widely promoted to women approaching menopause for hot flashes...irritability...insomnia, etc.

They're legally sold without an Rx. They're classified as cosmetics...even though some contain over 400 mg progesterone per oz.

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