Dinor Tablet
Manufacturer
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Dienogest (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Dinor Tablet is used for the treatment of pelvic pain associated with endometriosis.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Dinor Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Keep taking this medicine even during your menstrual periods.
Directions for Use
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. Dinor Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Acne Headache Depressed mood Breast discomfort Nausea Ovarian cyst
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dinor Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Dinor Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Dinor Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
How it works
Dinor Tablet is a progestin (female hormone). It works by suppressing the production of estradiol, a hormone that causes excessive growth of the endometrium.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Dinor Tablet for the treatment of pelvic pain associated with endometriosis. Take it without any break preferably at the same time everyday. Do not use hormonal contraceptives while taking this medicine. If required, use non-hormonal methods of contraception such as condoms. You may experience infrequent or irregular menstrual bleeding patterns. Consult your doctor if this bothers you. Do not use Dinor Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dinor Tablet and what is it used for?
Dinor Tablet contains a medicine called Dienogest, which is a type of progesterone (a female sex hormone). It is used in the treatment of endometriosis, a painful disorder in which tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus grows outside your uterus.
For how long should Dinor Tablet be taken?
The duration of therapy will be determined by your doctor depending on the condition you are being treated for. The duration may vary if you're being treated for endometriosis or if it is given as part of oral contraceptive pills. This medication can be taken for extended periods, as it is well tolerated by patients when used as prescribed by their doctor. Please consult your doctor before starting this medication.
How should you use Dinor Tablet?
Dinor Tablet should be taken at the same time every day with water or another liquid. You can take this medicine with or without food. Do not skip or delay taking your pill by more than 12 hours. The dosage and duration will be recommended depending on the condition. Consult your doctor and follow their instructions carefully.
What is Dinor Tablet?
Dinor Tablet is a hormonal medication containing a semi-synthetic form of progesterone hormone. It is commonly used as a contraceptive when combined with another female hormones like estrogen, especially in oral contraceptive pills. This combination can also be used to treat heavy menstrual flow in cases where the cause of excessive bleeding is uncertain. Dinor Tablet is also used as a single therapy for endometriosis treatment.
Is Dinor Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Dinor Tablet is a synthetic steroid. It is made up of a female hormone called progesterone and is used in combination with estrogen to prevent pregnancy in contraceptive pills.
How does Dinor Tablet help in endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a condition where cells similar to those found in the inner layer of the uterus, called the endometrium, grow outside the uterus. This may happen on the wall of the uterus or even outside it. The exact mechanism by which Dinor Tablet treats endometriosis is not yet known. However, it is thought that as it is a progestogen-only hormone, it suppresses estrogen hormone production, potentially preventing the growth of the endometrium.
