Question 1

What is Dydrogesterone used for?

Accepted Answer

Irregular periods, painful periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, endometriosis (when womb tissue grows outside the womb causing pain), threatened miscarriage, recurrent miscarriage, infertility due to low progesterone, premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Question 2

How do you take Dydrogesterone?

Accepted Answer

The dosage depends on your condition. For irregular periods, the usual dose is 10mg taken twice daily from day 11 to day 25 of your cycle. For threatened miscarriage, you may take 40mg at once, then 10mg every 8 hours until symptoms stop. Always follow your doctor's specific instructions. You can take it with or without food, but swallow the tablet whole with water.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Dydrogesterone?

Accepted Answer

Headache, feeling nauseous, breast tenderness or swelling, dizziness, mild stomach upset

Question 4

Who should not take Dydrogesterone?

Accepted Answer

Women who are allergic to dydrogesterone or any ingredient in the tablet, women with unexplained vaginal bleeding that has not been checked by a doctor, women with severe liver disease, women with known or suspected hormone-dependent cancers, and anyone with a history of blood clots.

Question 5

Is Dydrogesterone safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Dydrogesterone is actually used during pregnancy to prevent miscarriage when prescribed by a doctor, so it can be safe in pregnancy — but never take it on your own without your doctor's guidance; its safety during breastfeeding is not fully established, so consult your doctor.

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