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Dienogest

Composition

Contains Dienogest, a synthetic progestin with strong progestational activity.

Indications

Used for treatment of endometriosis, menstrual disorders, and as a component in some contraceptive pills.

Side effects

Headache, breast tenderness, nausea, mood changes, spotting or breakthrough bleeding.

Precautions

Use cautiously in patients with thromboembolic disorders or liver impairment.

Contraindications

Pregnancy, active or history of thromboembolic events, severe liver disease, hormone-sensitive cancers.

Dosage and administration

Endometriosis: 2 mg orally once daily. Contraceptive combinations: dosage varies per formulation.

Countries

Available Forms

Oral tablets (2 mg), fixed-dose combination pills with ethinylestradiol.