Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol

Information About Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol

Uses of Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol

Dydrogesterone+oestradiol is used to help treat hot flushes and other menopausal problems in postmenopausal women.

How Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol Works

It works by replacing two imporatant hormone which are estrogen and progesterone.

Side Effects of Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol

Headache, Abdominal Pain, Back Pain

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction between Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol with alcohol.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol is not indicated for usage during pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs during use of Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol, the preparation should be withdrawn immediately. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Lactation Not Advisable

Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol reduces production of breast milk. Hence, other contraceptive method aside from Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol should be considered until the nursing mother has completely weaned her child. Excretion of Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol into breast milk is in minimal amounts and may possibly affect the child.

Driving Generally Safe

Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol should not affect alertness or driving ability.

Kidney Use With Care

Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease as it can cause fluid retention and its effect of usage on renal impairment patients has not been studied enough. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Liver Use With Care

Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease as in cause disturbances in liver enzymes. Dose adjustment of Dydrogesterone+Oestradiol may be needed. It is contraindicated in past history in liver disease. Please consult your doctor before using it.