Dienogest

Information about Dienogest

Dienogest Uses

Dienogest is used for endometriosis.

How Dienogest works

Dienogest is a progestin (female hormone). It works by suppressing the production of estradiol, a hormone that causes excessive growth of the endometrium.

Common side effects of Dienogest

Depression, Headache, Breast discomfort, Acne
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Expert advice for Dienogest

  • You have been prescribed Dienogest for the treatment of pelvic pain associated with endometriosis.
  • Take it without any break, preferably at the same time everyday.
  • Do not use hormonal contraceptives while taking this medicine. If required, use non-hormonal methods of contraception such as condoms.
  • You may experience infrequent or irregular menstrual bleeding patterns. Consult your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Do not use Dienogest if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions for Dienogest

Dienogest

Q. Does Dienogest prevent pregnancy?

Yes, Dienogest can be used as a contraceptive when taken in combination with estrogen. You should take the prescribed doses daily when taking it to prevent pregnancy.

Q. Is Dienogest a steroid?

Yes, Dienogest is a type of synthetic steroid. It is made up of a female hormone called progesterone and is used in combination with estrogen in contraceptive pills to prevent pregnancy.

Q. For how long should Dienogest be taken?

The exact duration of the therapy will be decided by your doctor depending upon the condition you are being treated for. The duration generally varies if you are being treated for endometriosis or if it is being given in combination as oral birth control pills. This medicine can be taken for a long time as it is found to be quite well tolerated by the patients if taken as prescribed by the doctor. Do consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Q. How should you use Dienogest?

Dienogest should be taken at the same time every day with water or some other liquid. You can take this medicine with or without food. Do not skip or delay taking your pill by more than 12 hours. The dosage and duration will be recommended depending upon the condition. Consult your doctor and follow the instructions as given.

Q. What is Dienogest?

Dienogest is a hormonal medicine which contains semi synthetic form of progesterone hormone. Given orally in females, it is commonly used as a contraceptive when given in combination with another female hormones like estrogen. Its combination with estrogen can also be used to treat heavy menstruation in cases where the cause of heavy flow is not certain. Dienogest is also used as a single therapy in the treatment for endometriosis.

Q. How does Dienogest help in endometriosis?

Endometriosis is a condition where the cells similar to those present in the inner layer of the uterus, called the endometrium, develop in other sites. This may happen in the wall of uterus or even outside it. The exact way in which Dienogest treats endometriosis is not yet known. However, it is probable that being a progestogen-only hormone, it suppresses the production of estrogen hormone, preventing the growth of the endometrium.

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