DD Gest 10mg Tablet

Composition Dydrogesterone (10mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 10 tablets
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Gluco/Mineralocorticoids, Progestogins Derivatives
Action Class Progestins (First generation)
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Medley Pharmaceuticals
Manufacturer address Medley House, D2, M.I.D.C. Area, Andheri (East), Mumbai-400 093, INDIA

DD Gest 10mg 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.

DD Gest 10mg 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, DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg 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.

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

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. DD Gest 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

DD Gest 10mg 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. DD Gest 10mg 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.

Q: What if you forget to take DD Gest Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of DD Gest 10mg 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.

DD Gest 10mg Tablet is prescribed to treat a wide range of menstrual disorders and to maintain a healthy womb lining for the ongoing pregnancy.

It may also be used in women who have suffered repeated miscarriages.

It may cause bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Inform your doctor immediately if it carries on for more than a few months.

Before starting treatment with DD Gest 10mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any scheduled surgery.

Inform your doctor if you are lactose intolerant since DD Gest 10mg Tablet contains lactose.

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Before starting treatment with DD Gest 10mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any scheduled surgery.

Inform your doctor if you are lactose intolerant since DD Gest 10mg Tablet contains lactose.

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Q. For how many days should DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg Tablet used for?

DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg Tablet during pregnancy?

DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is harmful. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of taking DD Gest 10mg Tablet during pregnancy.

Q. Is progesterone and DD Gest 10mg Tablet same?

DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg Tablet good to prevent a miscarriage?

DD Gest 10mg 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, DD Gest 10mg Tablet can definitely prevent a miscarriage. However, DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg Tablet?

You should not take DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg Tablet cause breast changes?

DD Gest 10mg Tablet may cause breast pain as a side effect. However, a thorough breast examination is recommended before starting treatment with DD Gest 10mg Tablet. Also, if you notice any breast related changes, like, any lumps, change in fullness, breast heaviness, etc., talk to your doctor about it.

In Treatment of Female infertility

DD Gest 10mg 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. DD Gest 10mg Tablet can increase the chances of a successful pregnancy in women who have a history of recurrent abortions.

Headache

Nausea

Breast pain

Migraine

Menstrual disorder

Breast tenderness

Vaginal bleeding

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with DD Gest 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

DD Gest 10mg 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

DD Gest 10mg 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

DD Gest 10mg 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 DD Gest 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

DD Gest 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of DD Gest 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of DD Gest 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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