Progestogen (hormone)
Last reviewed July 2026
Who is this for?
Dydrogesterone is a man-made form of progesterone, a natural hormone that helps prepare and maintain the womb lining for pregnancy and regulates your menstrual cycle.
Binds to progesterone receptors in the endometrium and myometrium, stabilizing the uterine lining, reducing abnormal uterine contractions and bleeding, and supporting endometrial secretion necessary for implantation and pregnancy maintenance.
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)
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If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule. Do not take two tablets at once to make up for a missed dose.
Only buy from trusted pharmacies, and Progerix Tablet is the known Nigerian brand, so be careful of fake versions from roadside sellers. Do not use this drug to try to terminate a pregnancy, as it does not work that way and can be harmful. Always use it exactly as your doctor prescribed and do not share it with others.
Some drugs used for epilepsy (like carbamazepine and phenytoin) and tuberculosis drugs (like rifampicin) can reduce how well dydrogesterone works. Alcohol does not directly interact, but it can worsen side effects like dizziness and nausea, so it is best to limit drinking while on this medication.
Check your specific combination
Is it safe to take Dydrogesterone with your other drugs?
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.
Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and humidity. In hot Nigerian weather, keep it in a cupboard or drawer, not near windows or in the kitchen. Always keep out of reach of children.
For information only: not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under, especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.