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Destrogen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Destrogen have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Destrogen. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Destrogen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Destrogen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Destrogen has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Destrogen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Destrogen is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like High Blood Pressure, Hypercalcemia, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Destrogen are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Destrogen have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Destrogen, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Destrogen is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Is the use of Destrogen safe for pregnant women?
Destrogen has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Destrogen without medical advice.
Is the use of Destrogen safe during breastfeeding?
Destrogen may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Destrogen, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Destrogen.
What is the effect of Destrogen on the Kidneys?
Destrogen may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Destrogen on the Liver?
Destrogen may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Destrogen on the Heart?
Destrogen may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Destrogen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Destrogen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Destrogen habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Destrogen is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Destrogen
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Destrogen and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Destrogen
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Destrogen and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 318
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Desogen® (desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ortho-cept® (desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Mircette® (desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol and ethinyl estradiol)