Duphaston
Dydrogesterone 10mg tablets, used in the management of endometriosis, dysmenorrhoea, infertility and secondary amenorrhoea. An orally active progestogen.
- Category
- Women's Health
- Active ingredient
- Dydrogesterone
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 10mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Duphaston on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Endometriosis · Dysmenorrhoea · Infertility · Secondary Amenorrhoea
- Therapeutic class
- Progestogen
- Pharmacological class
- Progestogen
- Precautions and warnings
- exclude tumour before diagnosis; monitor patients with history of depression
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; menstrual irregularities
- Moderate side effects
- breast pain; mood swings; migraine
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Abbott
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in original packaging at stable temperature.
- Drug interactions
- Ritonavir; Nelfinavir; Phenobarbital
- Age restrictions
- Adults.
Contraindications
vaginal bleeding of unknown cause; severe hepatic impairment; known hypersensitivity to dydrogesterone
Serious side effects
haemolytic anaemia, requires immediate medical attention; hepatic dysfunction, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Dydrogesterone 10mg tablets, used in the management of endometriosis, dysmenorrhoea, infertility and secondary amenorrhoea. An orally active progestogen.
Mechanism of action
Dydrogesterone is an orally active progestogen that mimics the effect of endogenous progesterone on the endometrium, enabling the transformation of the endometrium from a proliferative to a secretory phase without inhibiting ovulation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: No evidence of harm in limited studies. Breastfeeding: Avoid unless specified by a consultant.
Duphaston contains dydrogesterone, a synthetic progestogen used in the treatment of endometriosis, dysmenorrhoea and infertility. The medication aids in hormonal regulation for reproductive health concerns. Duphaston is supplied as a 10mg tablet, offering a consistent and convenient dosage form for patients who require reliable hormonal therapy.
Buying Duphaston online
While generic dydrogesterone, much of which is manufactured in India, is often available at a lower cost, many patients prefer the reliability of the original Abbott brand.
Is the Duphaston on SGMeds a generic?
Yes. SGMeds ships a generic with the same active ingredient (dydrogesterone) at the same strength, not the original Duphaston made by Abbott. We use the brand name so you can find the medicine, and the generic's manufacturer varies with stock.
What is Duphaston for?
Duphaston is used for endometriosis, period pain (dysmenorrhoea), infertility and periods that have stopped (secondary amenorrhoea).
What is the price of Duphaston in Singapore dollars?
Duphaston comes in a 10mg strength, in packs of 10 to 120 tablets. Each option's price is shown on this page in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs work out cheaper per tablet.
Payment and prices →What are the side effects of Duphaston?
The most common side effects of dydrogesterone are headache, nausea and menstrual irregularities. Less common ones are breast pain, mood swings and migraine. Serious side effects include anaemia from red blood cells breaking down (haemolytic anaemia) and hepatic dysfunction. Get medical help straight away if you notice one of these serious effects.
What does Duphaston interact with?
Dydrogesterone can interact with ritonavir, nelfinavir and phenobarbital. Before you start Duphaston, tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines, supplements or herbal remedies you take.
When does Duphaston start to work?
Duphaston usually starts to work within 2 to 4 weeks. Timing differs from person to person.
Do I need a prescription for Duphaston in Singapore?
No. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order Duphaston: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy Duphaston in Singapore?
You can order Duphaston here on SGMeds: choose the strength and pack, then check out. Parcels go to Singapore and Malaysia by Express shipping (tracked, up to 1 week) or Regular shipping (up to 3 weeks).
How ordering works →What you will receive
Duphaston is the originator brand name, made by Abbott. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Abbott and do not ship the original Duphaston.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Dydrogesterone) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.