Dydrogesterone: how to take it safely
Duphaston
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats painful or irregular periods, endometriosis and helps in some pregnancy problems.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water.
When to take it
Take it at the same time each day, for the days your doctor told you.
Take it with
With or without food.
What to avoid
- Stopping without advice.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or have had breast cancer.
Possible side effects
Headache, nausea, breast tenderness, spotting.
Get help if
Yellow skin or eyes, severe stomach pain, chest pain, or a swollen painful leg: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.