Dydrogesterone: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dydrogesterone Benefits & Uses

Dydrogesterone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Endometriosis
Female Infertility
Periods pain

Other Benefits

Dydrogesterone 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: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: From 5th day to 21st day of menstrual cycle.

Dydrogesterone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dydrogesterone is used -

Common

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Breast pain
Weight gain
Depression
Nervousness
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Back Pain

Unknown

Dyspepsia

Dydrogesterone Related Warnings

Is the use of Dydrogesterone safe for pregnant women?

Dydrogesterone can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Dydrogesterone safe during breastfeeding?

Dydrogesterone may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Dydrogesterone, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Dydrogesterone.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dydrogesterone on the Kidneys?

Dydrogesterone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Dydrogesterone on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Dydrogesterone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dydrogesterone on the Heart?

Dydrogesterone is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dydrogesterone with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Phenobarbital

Rifampicin

Phenytoin

Dydrogesterone Contraindications

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

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Miscarriage
Breast Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Dydrogesterone

Is this Dydrogesterone habit forming or addictive?

Dydrogesterone does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Dydrogesterone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Dydrogesterone 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 Dydrogesterone for mental disorders.

No

Dydrogesterone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dydrogesterone

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dydrogesterone and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dydrogesterone

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dydrogesterone with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dydrogesterone

Question about 5 years ago

Does Dydrogesterone cause periods?

Dr. MBBS , Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Dydrogesterone does cause periods, as it is used in the treatment of dysmenorrhea and secondary amenorrhea.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Dydrogesterone?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Dydrogesterone is a synthetic progestin hormone. It is used to treat irregular menstrual cycles resulting from the progesterone deficiency. It is also used for preventing abortions in females who have a history of natural abortions (miscarriage). It is used for the management of estrogen deficiency in pre and post-menopausal women.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Dydrogesterone be used in IVF?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dydrogesterone can be used for luteal phase support in fresh cycles of embryo transfer

Question over 4 years ago

Does Dydrogesterone cause congenital heart disease?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, a study has established a relationship between the use of Dydrogesterone in early pregnancy and the incidence of congenital heart disease in the offspring. However, more data is required to subtantiate the association.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Dydrogesterone safe during pregnancy?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Dydrogesterone It is safe to use this drug during early pregnancy. Infact, its usage leads to improved pregnancy outcomes in women with threatened miscarriage or with a past record of miscarriage. However, do not take it by yourself it is a prescribed hormone.