Medication info
Dienonjeong (Dienogest)

Dienonjeong (Dienogest)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Dienogest›2mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
The Yu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
White to off-white round tablet
Packaging
Box - 28 tablets/box [28 tablets/PTP X 1]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202203487 · Approved 2022.09.06 · Insurance code 057001660

Summary

Main use
Treatment of endometriosis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Take 1 tablet daily without a break in treatment. If possible, take it with a little water at the same time each day; it may be taken with or without food. Take the tablets continuously, regardless of whether vaginal bleeding occurs. After finishing the current pack, start the next pack without a break. You may start taking the tablets on any day of your menstrual cycle. The effect may be reduced if you forget to take a dose or if you vomit or have diarrhea within 3-4 hours after taking this medicine. If you have missed 1 or more tablets, take 1 tablet as soon as you remember, and continue taking the tablets at your usual time the next day. If a tablet was not absorbed due to vomiting or diarrhea, take 1 additional tablet in the same way. Patients with renal impairment: No dosage adjustment is necessary in patients with renal impairment.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
The Yu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of endometriosis

  • Endometriosis
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This medication is used for endometriosis.

How to take

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet daily without a break in treatment. If possible, take it with a little water at the same time each day; it may be taken with or without food. Take the tablets continuously, regardless of whether vaginal bleeding occurs. After finishing the current pack, start the next pack without a break. You may start taking the tablets on any day of your menstrual cycle. The effect may be reduced if you forget to take a dose or if you vomit or have diarrhea within 3-4 hours after taking this medicine. If you have missed 1 or more tablets, take 1 tablet as soon as you remember, and continue taking the tablets at your usual time the next day. If a tablet was not absorbed due to vomiting or diarrhea, take 1 additional tablet in the same way. Patients with renal impairment: No dosage adjustment is necessary in patients with renal impairment.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients who are pregnant or suspect they may be pregnant. Patients with venous thromboembolism, cardiovascular diseases, liver disease, or hormone-dependent malignancies should also not be administered this medication. Furthermore, patients with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should not take this medication. Caution is needed as this medication may worsen severe uterine bleeding. Patients at high risk for cardiovascular diseases or thrombosis should be careful when taking this medication. Patients with a history of cancer, osteoporosis, or depression should also take caution when using this medication. This medication can cause various side effects such as headaches, breast discomfort, depressive symptoms, acne, and changes in menstrual patterns. If bleeding is severe or persists, consult a doctor. During treatment, be sure to check pregnancy status, and if contraception is necessary, it is recommended to use non-hormonal methods. Also, seek immediate treatment if symptoms of hypertension or liver disease appear. This medication may interact with certain drugs, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your healthcare provider. Do not use during pregnancy, and it is also recommended to avoid use while breastfeeding. It is used with restrictions in children over 12 years of age and is not administered to the elderly. This medication may affect the results of certain blood tests or liver function tests, so inform your physician before testing. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so the prescribed dosage should be followed, and it should be stored out of reach of children. It is important to avoid light and store in the original container to maintain the drug's quality.

Side effects

  • Petechiae
  • irregular bleeding
  • amenorrhea
  • headache
  • breast discomfort
  • depressed mood
  • acne
  • anemia
  • weight gain
  • weight loss
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  • increased appetite
  • sleep disturbances
  • nervousness
  • decreased libido
  • mood changes
  • anxiety
  • depression
  • mood fluctuations
  • migraine
  • autonomic imbalance
  • attention deficit
  • dry eyes
  • tinnitus
  • palpitations
  • hypotension
  • shortness of breath
  • nausea
  • abdominal pain
  • bloating
  • abdominal distension
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • abdominal discomfort
  • gastrointestinal inflammation
  • gingivitis
  • hair loss
  • dry skin
  • hyperhidrosis
  • pruritus
  • hirsutism
  • nail (toe) brittleness
  • dandruff
  • dermatitis
  • abnormal hair growth
  • photosensitivity reactions
  • pigmentation disorder
  • back pain
  • bone pain
  • muscle cramps
  • limb pain
  • heaviness in limbs
  • urinary tract infection
  • ovarian cyst
  • facial flushing
  • uterine/vaginal bleeding
  • vaginal candidiasis
  • vulvar dryness
  • genital discharge
  • pelvic pain
  • atrophic vaginitis
  • breast mass
  • fibrocystic breast disease
  • breast sclerosis
  • lethargy
  • hypersensitivity
  • edema
  • fibrocystic breast disease
  • salivary gland calcification
  • skin cyst
  • postoperative infection
  • thyroid cancer
  • premenstrual syndrome
  • vulvar pruritus
  • adenomyosis
  • breast calcification
  • breast congestion
  • low-grade cervical dysplasia
  • cervical polyp
  • menopausal symptoms
  • nipple pain
  • genital pruritus
  • uterine polyp
  • dry mouth
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • inguinal hernia
  • posterior rectal cyst
  • cervical myelopathy
  • sensory loss
  • eczema
  • miliaria
  • skin disease
  • adjustment disorder
  • affective disorder
  • binge eating disorder
  • panic disorder
  • chest discomfort
  • hot flashes
  • pain
  • fever
  • vaginitis
  • viral upper respiratory infection
  • bacterial vaginitis
  • bacterial vulvovaginitis
  • bronchitis
  • candidiasis
  • onychomycosis
  • folliculitis
  • carbuncle
  • chalazion
  • influenza
  • otitis externa
  • human papillomavirus infection
  • pharyngitis
  • pneumonia
  • rhinitis
  • cystitis
  • intervertebral disc disease
  • neck pain
  • uterine fibroids
  • oropharyngeal pain
  • asthma
  • cough
  • vocal cord polyp
  • ligament tear
  • meniscus injury
  • tachycardia
  • cholelithiasis
  • hepatotoxicity
  • diabetes
  • hypothyroidism
  • retinal detachment
  • nocturia
  • decreased blood estrogen
  • increased blood pressure
  • elevated carbohydrate antigen 125
  • dysmenorrhea
  • breast tenderness
  • breast pain
  • dyspepsia
  • dizziness
  • paresthesia
  • urticaria
  • rash
  • fatigue
  • cystitis
  • arthralgia
  • myalgia
  • postoperative pain

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect against air and moisture, and it is important to keep it at a cool temperature below 25 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White to off-white round tablet

Package unit

Box - 28 tablets/box [28 tablets/PTP X 1]

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