Dydrogesterone

Information About Dydrogesterone

Uses of Dydrogesterone

Dydrogesterone is commonly used to treat abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea, endometriosis, female infertility, heavy menstrual bleeding, hormone replacement therapy, infertility, miscarriage, pain during menstruation and premenstural syndrome (pms)

How Dydrogesterone Works

Dydrogesterone is a progestogen. As opposed to oestrogens which thicken the endometrial lining, Dydrogesterone prevents the buildup of the endometrial lining.

Side Effects of Dydrogesterone

Headache, Menstrual pattern is affected, Back pain, Breast pain, Bleeding and spotting, Weight increased, Rash, Nausea, Vomiting, Mood lability

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Dydrogesterone Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction between Dorzolamide with alcohol. However, please consult your doctor before using it.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Dydrogesterone is not recommended to use during pregnancy. Stop taking medication if users suspect of pregnancy. Both animal studies and human studies have limited data. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Lactation Limited Data

Dydrogesterone is not recommended for use in lactation as there is inadequate research data on its excretion into breast milk and its effect on feeding infants.

Driving Generally Safe

Dydrogesterone cause minimal to no side effects which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney Use With Care

Dydrogesterone should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease as it may cause side effects of fluid retention. Close monitoring of renal function is indicated in users with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dydrogesterone may be needed. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Liver Limited Data

Dydrogesterone is mainly metabolized by the liver. Hence, it is not recommended as contraceptive for patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor before using it.