Ingredient

Dienogest

Dienogest is a progestin used to regulate female hormones.

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MFDS ingredient code M254421

What does it do?

Dienogest is a synthetic progestin that is used to regulate the menstrual cycle and reproductive function in women. It is primarily used as a follicle hormone and luteal hormone for treating menstrual irregularities or endometriosis. This ingredient plays a role in balancing female hormones.

Dienogest binds to progesterone receptors in the body to regulate the actions of female hormones. Through this mechanism, it inhibits the proliferation of the endometrium, stabilizes the menstrual cycle, and alleviates symptoms of conditions such as endometriosis.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other progestins, Dienogest has a strong selective action on the endometrium, making it effective for the treatment of endometriosis. Additionally, it has fewer androgenic side effects, reducing the risk of skin problems or weight gain.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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