Duphaston 10 mg

Description

Indications

Duphaston is prescribed for:

• Menstrual disorders (e.g., irregular periods, dysmenorrhea)
• Endometriosis
• Secondary amenorrhea
• Dysfunctional uterine bleeding
• Premenstrual syndrome
• Infertility due to luteal insufficiency
• Threatened or habitual abortion

Dosage

The dosage of Duphaston varies depending on the condition being treated. Common dosages include:

• Dysmenorrhea: 10 mg twice daily from day 5 to day 25 of the cycle.
• Endometriosis: 10 mg two to three times daily from day 5 to day 25 of the cycle or continuously.
• Secondary Amenorrhea: 10 mg twice daily from day 11 to day 25 of the cycle.
• Premenstrual Syndrome: 10 mg twice daily from day 11 to day 25 of the cycle.
• Threatened Abortion: An initial dose of 40 mg followed by 10 mg every 8 hours until symptoms improve.
• Habitual Abortion: 10 mg twice daily until the 20th week of pregnancy

Side Effects

Common side effects of Duphaston include:

• Nausea
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Breast tenderness
• Dizziness
• Mood swings
• Weight gain

Precautions

• Allergies: Avoid if allergic to dydrogesterone or any other ingredients in Duphaston.
• Medical Conditions: Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, or a progesterone-dependent tumor.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Use during pregnancy only if prescribed by a doctor. Not recommended during breastfeeding due to lack of safety information.