Manufacturers

Abbott

Salt Composition

Dydrogesterone (10mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Treatment of Female infertility Duphaston Pro Tablet aids in infertility by preparing the womb lining for pregnancy. It also helps in the regulation of the menstrual period and the prevention of repeated miscarriages. Duphaston Pro Tablet can increase the chances of a successful pregnancy in women who have a history of recurrent abortions.

Benefits

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Duphaston Pro Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Description

Duphaston Pro Tablet is used to treat various conditions caused by progesterone deficiencies such as female infertility, pain during menstruation, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), endometriosis, abnormal uterine bleeding, and miscarriage. It also used a hormone replacement therapy.Duphaston Pro Tablet will be prescribed to you depending on the condition you are being treated for. Do not self-medicate. The dose and duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor after some investigations like blood tests, ultrasonography, etc. Always take the medicine at the same time every day to avoid missing a dose. Swallow it whole, without breaking or chewing, preferably with a glass of water. Continue taking it for the duration advised by your doctor to get the most benefits.However, Duphaston Pro Tablet has some side effects like headache, nausea, vaginal bleeding, and breast pain. It may also cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Do not worry or panic. Ask your doctor about how to deal with these and what you can do to prevent them. If they still do not get better or worsen, consult your doctor on a further course of action.You should always discuss any previous medical history like diabetes, depression, heart or liver disease, with the doctor before starting treatment with Duphaston Pro Tablet. Also, if you have been taking any other medicines regularly, make sure to notify your doctor about them too. This is because certain medicines may interfere with the working of Duphaston Pro Tablet or make it less effective. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without discussing it with a doctor. For any other doubts, do not hesitate to approach your doctor.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Duphaston Pro Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Duphaston Pro Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Duphaston Pro Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Duphaston Pro Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Duphaston Pro Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Duphaston Pro Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION

Duphaston Pro Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Duphaston Pro Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Duphaston Pro Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Duphaston Pro Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging Detail

strip of 4 tablets

Package

Strip

Qty

4

Product Form

Tablet

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Gluco/Mineralocorticoids, Progestogins Derivatives|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GYNAECOLOGICAL|Action Class :: Progestins (First generation)

Primary Use

Treatment of Female infertility|Treatment of Pain during menstruation|Treatment of Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)|Treatment of Endometriosis|Treatment of Abnormal uterine bleeding|Prevention of Miscarriage|Hormone replacement therapy

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Treatment of Female infertility|Treatment of Pain during menstruation|Treatment of Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)|Treatment of Endometriosis|Treatment of Abnormal uterine bleeding|Prevention of Miscarriage|Hormone replacement therapy

Common Side Effect

Headache | Nausea | Breast pain | Migraine | Menstrual disorder | Breast tenderness | Vaginal bleeding

Alcoholinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lactationinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Liverinteraction

CAUTION

Manufacturer Address

16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India

Q A

Q. For how many days should Duphaston Pro Tablet be taken?::: Take the medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. The dose and duration of treatment depends on why you are being prescribed Duphaston Pro Tablet and your response to the treatment. You may take it with or without food, preferably at the same time of each day.| Q. What is Duphaston Pro Tablet used for?::: Duphaston Pro Tablet is used to relieve the symptoms of endometriosis (a problem caused by growth of the womb lining outside the womb) and treat infertility due to low levels of progesterone. It also relieves painful periods, controls irregular periods (that come at the wrong time or not at all) and resolves the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Additionally, it restarts periods that have stopped before the menopause (amenorrhoea) and also helps to stop or prevent unusually heavy or long periods (often due to the start of the menopause).| Q. What are the side effects of Duphaston Pro Tablet during pregnancy?::: Duphaston Pro Tablet may cause an increased risk of hypospadias which is a birth defect of the penis involving the urinary opening. This occurs in children whose mothers have taken certain progestogens. However, the chance of developing this increased risk is not yet certain. So far, there is no evidence that taking Duphaston Pro Tablet during pregnancy is harmful. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of taking Duphaston Pro Tablet during pregnancy.| Q. Is progesterone and Duphaston Pro Tablet same?::: Duphaston Pro Tablet is a man-made version of progesterone, the natural female sex hormone. It is used in conditions when your body does not produce enough progesterone.| Q. Is Duphaston Pro Tablet good to prevent a miscarriage?::: Duphaston Pro Tablet is used to prevent habitual abortion (miscarriage) and possible cases of abortion that may be occurring due to lack of the hormone progesterone. If the reason behind the miscarriage is due to this deficiency, Duphaston Pro Tablet can definitely prevent a miscarriage. However, Duphaston Pro Tablet should never be taken without consulting a doctor. It is advised that you should follow the instructions of your doctor carefully to make sure it works best for you.| Q. Who should not take Duphaston Pro Tablet?::: You should not take Duphaston Pro Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to it, have a tumor that is made worse by progestins (such as meningioma) or if you have irregular or unusually heavy periods with an unknown cause.| Q. What if I forget a dose?::: If you forget to take today’s tablet and it is less than 12 hours late, take it as soon as you remember. Continue taking the next scheduled tablet at the normal time. But, if it is more than 12 hours since you should have taken your tablet, miss this tablet out and continue the medication as prescribed. Remember not to take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Missing a tablet may cause irregular bleeding or spotting.| Q. Does Duphaston Pro Tablet cause breast changes?::: Duphaston Pro Tablet may cause breast pain as a side effect. However, a thorough breast examination is recommended before starting treatment with Duphaston Pro Tablet. Also, if you notice any breast related changes, like, any lumps, change in fullness, breast heaviness, etc., talk to your doctor about it.

How It Works

Duphaston Pro Tablet works by imitating the activities of the natural hormone progesterone, which helps to alleviate the symptoms of hormonal imbalances. It helps in female infertility by preparing the lining of the uterus for pregnancy. It regulates the menstrual cycle and prevents repeated miscarriages. Therefore, this drug can increase the chances of pregnancy in females who have had a history of multiple abortions. It also relieves menstrual pain and cramps. Duphaston Pro Tablet prevents the growth of the endometrial tissues and relieves the symptoms of endometriosis including pain in the lower back and stomach, pain during sexual intercourse, constipation, diarrhea, and difficulty in conception.

Marketer Details

Abbott | 16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India

Reference

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