Dienogest Tablet

Dienogest Tablet

Dienogest is employed to treat painful symptoms of endometriosis. Endometriosis is a painful condition where the tissue that normally covers the endometrium (within the uterus) emerges outside the uterus. Endometriosis typically affects the ovaries, the pelvic lining, and the fallopian tubes.

Dienogest has 'Dienogest', which inhibits the production of the hormone estradiol, which leads to the excess growth of the endometrium. Thus, Dienogest treats pelvic pain in endometriosis.

Benefits:

• Dienogest is a class of drugs known as progestins used for the treatment of endometriosis.
• Dienogest inhibits the production of a hormone named estradiol that leads to the excess growth of the endometrium.
• Dienogest treats pelvic pain due to endometriosis.
• Dienogest can also be applied to menopausal hormonal therapy and heavy menstrual periods.

Uses:

Dienogest is for endometriosis. Dienogest is a progestin hormone (female hormone). Dienogest suppresses the formation of estradiol, which is a hormone that leads to overgrowth of the endometrium.

Directions to Use:

• Read the following instructions carefully before taking this tablet.
• Take this medicine after consulting your medical professional.
• Take this in the same dose as directed by your doctor.
• Do not take more than the required amount of this medicine.
• Take this medicine after meals.
• Do not crush or chew these tablets.

Dosage:

Take this medicine in the appropriate dose as prescribed by your health expert. Do not overdose on this drug, as you will suffer from other illnesses. Never discontinue the intake of this drug unless and until your doctor tells you to discontinue.

Storage:

Keep this drug away from sunlight and a cool place. Do not keep this drug in places accessible to children and pets.

Side Effects:

• Acne
• Headache
• Depression
• Breast discomfort
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain

Precautions:

• You have been prescribed Dienogest for the management of pelvic pain in endometriosis.
• Take it without discontinuation, ideally at the same time each day.
• Do not use hormonal contraceptives when you are taking this drug. If needed, use a non-hormonal means of birth control like condoms.
• Irregular or infrequent bleeding during periods is possible. Talk to your doctor if this annoys you.
• Don't use Dienogest if you are pregnant or lactating.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q. Does Dienogest prevent pregnancy?

Yes, Dienogest may be used as a contraceptive if combined with estrogen. You have to take prescribed doses daily while taking it for the prevention of pregnancy.

Q. Is Dienogest a steroid?

Yes, Dienogest is a synthetic steroid. It consists of a woman hormone named progesterone and is combined with estrogen in contraceptive tablets to avoid pregnancy.