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Dydrogesterone

Information about Dydrogesterone

Dydrogesterone Uses

Dydrogesterone is used in female infertility, pain during menstruation, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and endometriosis.

How Dydrogesterone works

Dydrogesterone contains progestin (female hormone) that plays a major role in regulating the menstrual cycles in females. It initiates the normal, regular growth as well as shedding of the womb lining. This helps induce regular periods in women who have menstrual irregularities due to lack of progesterone. Moreover, it relieves painful or absent periods, facilitates egg implantation and thus, treats infertility.

Common side effects of Dydrogesterone

Headache, Nausea, Breast pain, Migraine, Menstrual disorder, Breast tenderness

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Expert advice for Dydrogesterone

Dydrogesterone is used for a wide range of menstrual disorders and to maintain a healthy womb lining for the ongoing pregnancy.
It may also be used in women who have suffered repeated miscarriages.
It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
Before starting treatment with Dydrogesterone, inform your doctor if you have any scheduled surgery.
Inform your doctor if you are lactose intolerant since Dydrogesterone contains lactose.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions for Dydrogesterone

Dydrogesterone

Q. For how many days should Dydrogesterone be taken?

Take the medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. The dose and duration of treatment depends on why you are being prescribed Dydrogesterone and your response to the treatment. You may take it with or without food, preferably at the same time of each day.

Q. What is Dydrogesterone used for?

Dydrogesterone is used to relieve the symptoms of endometriosis (a problem caused by growth of the womb lining outside the womb) and treat infertility due to low levels of progesterone. It also relieves painful periods, controls irregular periods (that come at the wrong time or not at all) and resolves the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Additionally, it restarts periods that have stopped before the menopause (amenorrhoea) and also helps to stop or prevent unusually heavy or long periods (often due to the start of the menopause).

Q. What are the side effects of Dydrogesterone during pregnancy?

Dydrogesterone may cause an increased risk of hypospadias which is a birth defect of the penis involving the urinary opening. This occurs in children whose mothers have taken certain progestogens. However, the chance of developing this increased risk is not yet certain. So far, there is no evidence that taking Dydrogesterone during pregnancy is harmful. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of taking Dydrogesterone during pregnancy.

Q. Is progesterone and Dydrogesterone same?

Dydrogesterone is a man-made version of progesterone, the natural female sex hormone. It is used in conditions when your body does not produce enough progesterone.

Q. Is Dydrogesterone good to prevent a miscarriage?

Dydrogesterone is used to prevent habitual abortion (miscarriage) and possible cases of abortion that may be occurring due to lack of the hormone progesterone. If the reason behind the miscarriage is due to this deficiency, Dydrogesterone can definitely prevent a miscarriage. However, Dydrogesterone should never be taken without consulting a doctor. It is advised that you should follow the instructions of your doctor carefully to make sure it works best for you.

Q. Who should not take Dydrogesterone?

You should not take Dydrogesterone if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to it, have a tumor that is made worse by progestins (such as meningioma) or if you have irregular or unusually heavy periods with an unknown cause.

Q. What if I forget a dose?

If you forget to take today’s tablet and it is less than 12 hours late, take it as soon as you remember. Continue taking the next scheduled tablet at the normal time. But, if it is more than 12 hours since you should have taken your tablet, miss this tablet out and continue the medication as prescribed. Remember not to take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Missing a tablet may cause irregular bleeding or spotting.

Q. Does Dydrogesterone cause breast changes?

Dydrogesterone may cause breast pain as a side effect. However, a thorough breast examination is recommended before starting treatment with Dydrogesterone. Also, if you notice any breast related changes, like, any lumps, change in fullness, breast heaviness, etc., talk to your doctor about it.