Duphaston

Dydrogesterone tablets for progesterone deficiency and endometriosis. It mimics the body's own progesterone to regulate the womb lining.

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Duphaston is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

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Duphaston details

Conditions: Progesterone Deficiency · Endometriosis · Threatened Miscarriage
Alternative names: dydrogesterone
Therapeutic class: Synthetic Progestogen
Pharmacological class: Progesterone Derivative
Minor side effects: breakthrough bleeding; headache; nausea
Moderate side effects: breast tenderness; weight changes; mood swing
Serious side effects: deep vein thrombosis, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Abbott
Onset Time: 24–48 hours
Duration: 24 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Rifampin; Phenytoin
Age restrictions: Approved for adult females.

Contraindications

unexplained vaginal bleeding; active thromboembolic disease; known sex hormone-dependent neoplasms

Patient summary

Dydrogesterone tablets for progesterone deficiency and endometriosis. It mimics the body's own progesterone to regulate the womb lining.

Mechanism of action

Replaces missing progesterone in target tissues, transforming proliferative endometrium into secretory phases to stabilise uterine structures.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Widely used for threatened miscarriage. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.

Duphaston names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

A generic containing Dydrogesterone at the strength you pick.
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