DIENOGEST 2mg Tab 28's

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS(s)

Dienogest

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

ABOUT THIS MEDICATION

This medication is used to reduce the painful symptoms of both endometriosis (a condition where tissue similar to the one lining the inside of the womb, known as the endometrium, can be found outside the womb itself or on other nearby organs such as the pelvic wall ovaries, bladder and bowel) and the lesions. It decreases the amount of estrogen, a type of female hormone, and helps slow the growth of the tissue outside the womb.

HOW SHOULD YOU USE THIS MEDICINE?

Take this medication exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor. Take it after food. Try to take it at the same time every day, regardless of menstrual bleeding. Do not take other hormonal medications when on this medication. Start taking this medication on any day of the menstrual cycle. When a pack is finished, the next pack should be started without any break. Do not stop taking your medication without checking with your healthcare professional.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication can cause the following side effects: - Menstrual irregularities - Headache - Acne Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe.

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