Dydrofem Tablet

Composition of Dydrofem Tablet

Dydrofem Tablet contains Dydrogesterone 10 mg. It belongs to the Progestogen (synthetic progesterone analogue) class of medicines.

Uses of Dydrofem Tablet

• Treatment of progesterone deficiency states such as irregular/abnormal uterine bleeding (DUB)
• secondary amenorrhoea
• dysmenorrhoea
• endometriosis
• premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• luteal phase support and infertility due to luteal insufficiency; support in threatened/recurrent miscarriage due to luteal insufficiency; part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen to prevent endometrial hyperplasia.

Key benefits

• Regulates menstrual cycle in progesterone deficiency
• Controls abnormal uterine bleeding/spotting
• Helps manage endometriosis-related symptoms
• Supports luteal phase in infertility
• Supports pregnancy in threatened/recurrent miscarriage due to luteal insufficiency

How Dydrofem Tablet works

Dydrogesterone is a synthetic progestogen that mimics the action of natural progesterone. It transforms the proliferative endometrium into a secretory endometrium, stabilizes the uterine lining and helps regulate the menstrual cycle and support pregnancy in progesterone-deficient states.

How to take Dydrofem Tablet

Tablet for oral use. Take exactly as prescribed; dose and days of cycle depend on the condition (often taken in the luteal phase). Can be taken with or without food; take at the same time each day. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered unless it is near the next dose—do not double dose.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause nausea, vomiting and withdrawal bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Dydrofem Tablet

Most side effects of Dydrofem are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• nausea
• abdominal pain/bloating
• breast tenderness
• dizziness
• fatigue
• spotting/breakthrough bleeding
• mood changes

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Dydrofem Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use only under medical supervision. Rule out pregnancy/ectopic pregnancy and malignancy before treating abnormal uterine bleeding. Use with caution in liver disease, history of depression, thromboembolic disorders, or porphyria; stop and seek care for jaundice, severe headache/vision changes, chest pain, breathlessness, leg swelling/pain, or allergic reaction. May cause dizziness—avoid driving if affected. Not a contraceptive. In HRT, should be used with estrogen as directed; risk-benefit assessment is needed for long-term use.

Do not take Dydrofem if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a history of blood clots, certain hormone-sensitive cancers, or active liver disease. Several are contraindicated in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Enzyme inducers may reduce effect (e.g., rifampicin, rifabutin, carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone, topiramate, St John’s wort). Some antivirals and other strong CYP modulators may alter levels; consult doctor with any new medicine.

How to store Dydrofem Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Dydrofem Tablet

Set a daily alarm if you take it for contraception. Keep your review appointments — blood pressure and other checks matter on long-term hormones.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

EMCURE PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Hormonal therapy (Progestin)

Drug class:

Progestogen (synthetic progesterone analogue)