About dydrogest erone
Synthetic progesterone (progestogen)
Used for
- Treats menstrual problems linked to low progesterone
- Used for endometriosis and painful periods
- Supports hormone replacement therapy with estrogen
- Used in some fertility treatments and recurrent miscarriage
Usual adult dose
Often 10 mg twice daily on specified days; dose and schedule vary by condition.
Common side effects
- Headache or migraine
- Nausea
- Breast tenderness
- Irregular bleeding or spotting
Important warnings
- Unexplained vaginal bleeding needs assessment before treatment.
- Seek review for symptoms of liver problems, such as jaundice.
- Report new breast lumps or signs of blood clots.
- Not suitable for everyone with hormone-sensitive cancers.
Pregnancy
Sometimes prescribed during pregnancy for specific reasons; use only under medical supervision.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may enter breast milk; safety information is limited.
Interactions
- Some seizure medicines, including carbamazepine and phenytoin, may reduce its effect.
- Rifampicin and rifabutin may reduce its effect.
- St John’s wort may reduce its effect.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.