Danogen 100 Capsule (Danazol 100mg)

About Danogen 100 mg Capsule 10’s

Danogen 100 mg Capsule 10’s belongs to the class of drugs called synthetic steroids used to treat endometriosis and breast cysts. Endometriosis is a disorder in which the tissue lining the uterus (endometrium) grows on the ovaries, bowel or tissues lining the pelvis. The most common symptom is pelvic pain.

Danogen 100 mg Capsule 10’s contains Danazol that works by suppressing the activity of ovaries. Thus, it decreases the amount of oestrogen in the body and induces temporary menopause. Thereby, it shrinks the tissue outside the uterus or stops its growth.

Take Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience sore throat, hoarse voice, hair loss, excessive hair growth on the body or face, stomach pain, skin rashes or chest pain. Most of these side effects of Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women. You are recommended to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol with Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s as it may cause shortness of breath or make you feel sick. Drive only if you are alert as Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s may cause dizziness, vertigo (spinning feeling) or blurred vision. If you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s as it may increase the effect of certain anaesthetics.

Uses of Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s

Endometriosis, Breast lumps

Medicinal Benefits

Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s contains Danazol that decreases the amount of oestrogen in the body by suppressing the activity of ovaries. Thus, Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s induces temporary menopause and shrink the tissue outside the uterus or stop its growth. Also, Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s works by inhibiting the release of hormones in the body that cause breast pain and lumps.

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Directions for Use

Take Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s with or without food as advised by your doctor. The tablet form of Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s

• Sore throat
• Hoarse voice
• Hair loss
• Excessive hair growth on body or face
• Stomach pain
• Skin rashes
• Chest pain

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is advised to use effective non-hormonal contraceptives to avoid pregnancy while taking Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s as it may cause birth defects. You are recommended to avoid or limit consumption of alcohol with Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s as it may cause shortness of breath or make you feel sick. Drive only if you are alert as Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s may cause dizziness, vertigo (spinning feeling) or blurred vision. If you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s as it may increase the effect of certain anaesthetics. If you have pain while moving your legs or arms, stop taking Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s and consult a doctor immediately as this might be due to a blood clot.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s may interact with blood thinners (warfarin), immunosuppressants (tacrolimus, ciclosporin), cholesterol-lowering medicines (simvastatin), medicines used to treat vitamin D deficiency (alfacalcidol), steroid hormones (progesterone, testosterone, oestrogen).

Drug- Food Interaction: Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid or limit consumption of alcohol with Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s as it may cause shortness of breath or make you feel sick.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have porphyria (a blood disorder), unusual vaginal bleeding, blood clots, liver, kidney or heart disease, high blood pressure, polycythaemia (blood gets thicker), fits, diabetes, lipid disorders (blood fat problems), migraine or cancer, inform your doctor before taking Danogen 100mg Capsule 10’s.