Uses of Dydrogesterone

Dydrogesterone is used to treat progesterone deficiency states. It helps to treat problems that occurs due to deficiency of a female sex hormone called progesterone in the body. It can relieve menstrual pain and can treat symptoms of endometriosis (a problem caused by growth of the womb lining outside the womb) and premenstrual syndrome (mood changes, breast pain or tiredness caused before periods) in women having progesterone deficiency. 

It can also be used to regularize periods in women suffering from irregular or lack of periods. It also helps in stopping unusually heavy or long periods in menopausal women. It can be used in postmenopausal women to treat signs of menopause (such as hot flushes, sleep problems, irritability or depression) when used in combination with estrogens.  

Therapeutic Category

Dydrogesterone: Progestins

How Dydrogesterone works

Dydrogesterone supplements the body with sufficient levels of a female sex hormone called progesterone. This helps in treating problems associated with progesterone deficiency states. It improves the thickness of uterine lining which helps in correcting infertility problems and irregular periods. It also provides relief from postmenopausal symptoms (such as hot flushes, sleep problems, irritability, and depression) by replacing the deficient progesterone levels in the body. 

Common side effects of Dydrogesterone

• headache or migraine
• nausea
• breast pain or tenderness
• painful, heavy or irregular periods
• lack of periods

When to consult your doctor

• In case of accidental overdosage
• If you experience signs of blood clot (such as pain and swelling in the legs, sudden chest pain or difficulty in breathing)
• If you experience signs of heart attack (such as chest pain that spreads to your arm or neck)
• If you experience stroke or severe, unexplained headache or migraine (with or without vision problems)

Health Tips for Dydrogesterone

• Maintain a balanced and nutritious diet to support your overall health. Ensure you are consuming a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay well-hydrated
• Limit or avoid alcohol consumption and smoking, as they can interfere with the effectiveness of certain medications and affect your overall health
• If you are on long-term hormone replacement therapy, discuss with your doctor about measures to maintain bone health, such as sufficient calcium and vitamin D intake and weight-bearing exercises
• Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the recommended dosage and dosing schedule to ensure the medication's effectiveness for your specific condition