Dienogest Benefits & Uses

Dienogest is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Contraceptives

Other Benefits

Endometriosis

Dienogest Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Endometriosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: dose should be given in combination with estradiol in the order indicated in the 28 day pack

Dienogest Related Warnings

Is the use of Dienogest safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Dienogest. If you are pregnant, do not take Dienogest without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Dienogest safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Dienogest. Immediately discontinue Dienogest if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dienogest on the Kidneys?

Dienogest has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Dienogest on the Liver?

Dienogest is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Dienogest on the Heart?

Side effects of Dienogest rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dienogest with Other Drugs

Dienogest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tizanidine

Moderate

Dienogest Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dienogest unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Breast Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
High Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Dienogest

Is this Dienogest habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dienogest.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Dienogest does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Dienogest is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Dienogest for mental disorders.

No

Dienogest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dienogest

When consumed with certain foods, Dienogest may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Dienogest

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild