Why Can't You Take Progesterone in the Morning? A Pharmacological Explanation
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Despite estimates that less than 5% of menopausal women in the U.S. used hormone therapy in 2020, many are prescribed it for symptom relief [1.7.4, 1.7.5]. For those on oral progesterone, a common question arises: **why can't you take progesterone in the morning?** The answer lies in its powerful sedative effects [1.2.2].