A drug derived from the female sex hormone progesterone. It is used to treat premenstrual syndrome and menstrual problems (see menstruation, disorders of). It is also given together with an oestrogen drug as hormone replacement therapy following the menopause. Dydrogesterone is sometimes prescribed for endometriosis or to prevent miscarriage. Adverse effects include swollen ankles, weight gain, breast tenderness, and nausea.
Dydrogesterone |
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