A synthetic female sex hormone used to treat menstrual abnormalities (such as dysmenorrhea) and infertility and to prevent miscarriage. It is administered by mouth and may cause mild nausea and breakthrough bleeding.
Dydrogesterone, a medication developed from the female hormone progesterone, serves as a treatment for premenstrual syndrome and specific menstrual difficulties. Women undergoing or post-menopause often receive this drug in conjunction with an estrogen medication as part of hormone replacement therapy. It may also be utilized for endometriosis management or miscarriage prevention. Potential adverse effects encompass ankle swelling, weight increase, sensitivity in the breast area, and feelings of nausea.