Dienogest
About Dienogest
Dienogest is a progestin consumed to treat pain caused by endometriosis and to treat heavy menstrual bleeding who use oral contraceptives. It is consumed once a day in a 28 day cycle period. Consult your doctor regarding the dosage before its use.
Avoid taking this medicine if are allergic to any ingredients or have a history of heart attack, stroke, or heart disease, benign or malignant liver tumours, migraine, breast or uterine cancer.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Laser Gynae before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Dienogest
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Laser Gynae before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Dienogest ?
Severe Liver Impairment
Undiagnosed Vaginal Bleeding
Cardiovascular Disease
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Laser Gynae before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Dienogest ?
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Laser Gynae before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Dienogest
Is It safe with alcohol?
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Breastfeeding women are advised to take medical help before using this medication.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Laser Gynae before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Laser Gynae before using this medicine.
Medicines containing Dienogest
Below is the list of medicines, which contains Dienogest as ingredient
- Endosis 2Mg Soft Gelatin Capsule
Pharmanova India Drugs Pvt Ltd
- Endoreg 2Mg Tablet
Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Endoheal 2Mg Tablet
Akumentis Healthcare Ltd
- Endofit 2Mg Tablet
Akumentis Healthcare Ltd
- Dinofirst 2Mg Tablet
Akumentis Healthcare Ltd
- Dinogest 2mg Capsule
Koye Pharmaceuticals Pvt ltd
- Dinosis 2mg Tablet
Jay Ell Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
- Rumigest 2mg Capsule
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Primogest 2mg Tablet
Suremed Lifecare Pvt Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Laser Gynae before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication is used in the treatment of endometriosis, reducing endometriotic lesions. Along with ethinylestradiol, it can also act as a contraceptive. It functions by imposing an effective progestogenic effect on the endometrium. Hence, its prolonged use can cause atrophy of the endometrium and affects endometrial tissue with its antiangiogenic, antiproliferative and immunologic effects.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Laser Gynae before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Dienogest ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Do not use this medication in combination with CYP3A4 inhibitors and HIV protease inhibitors.Interaction with Disease
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Those who suffer from Hepatic impairment and Diabetes Mellitus should not use this medicine.
FAQs about Dienogest
Ques : What is Dienogest?
Ans : Dienogest is a salt which performs its action by restraining the production of estradiol, a hormone that causes excessive growth of the endometrium.
Ques : What are the uses of Dienogest?
Ans : Dienogest is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Endometriosis. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Dienogest to avoid undesirable effects.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Dienogest?
Ans : Side effects include Headache, Breast discomfort, Depressed mood, Acne, Weight gain, Nausea, Vomiting, Back pain, and Hair loss.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Dienogest?
Ans : Dienogest should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
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