How can nighttime progesterone help with sleep during menopause, and what dosing range is commonly used?

Nighttime progesterone can be very helpful for sleep during menopause. Here at Alloy, we recommend taking progesterone at night because it has a natural sedative effect, which can help you fall asleep and improve sleep quality. Many women also find that it has a calming effect, helping with anxiety and mood stabilization during perimenopause and menopause.

The commonly used dosing range for oral bioidentical progesterone is 100 to 300 milligrams at night. The North American Menopause Society notes that 300 mg can be clinically indicated for sleep, but some women find benefit at 100 mg, while others may need a higher dose for optimal results. If you experience excessive drowsiness, taking the pill a bit earlier in the evening or adjusting the dose (for example, from 200 mg to 100 mg) can help.

For more details, check out these helpful video chapters:

• Progesterone’s Role and Benefits for Sleep and Mood
• Progesterone's Broader Benefits and Dosing for Sleep

If you’re interested in learning more or starting progesterone therapy, visit our Progesterone product page to see how Alloy can support your menopause journey.

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This answer was created using the following resources:

• A New Approach to Aging with Alloy - Progesterone's Broader Benefits
• Progesterone
• Hormone Therapy 101 with Alloy’s Very Own Dr. Corinne Menn! - Progesterone and Sleep: Adjusting for Drowsiness
• Answering Your Perimenopause & Menopause Questions | Dr. Kudzai Dombo - Progesterone’s Role and Benefits
• Alloy | Kudzai Dombo