Danogen 200mg

Description

Danogen 200mg Tablet is used to treat endometriosis, fibrocystic breast disease, and hereditary angioedema. It is not recommended for use in the elderly population and children.

Danogen 200mg Tablet is a synthetic steroid. It is used to treat fibrocystic breast disease. It also prevents hereditary angioedema in both men and women. This medication functions by decreasing the hormone levels, decreasing the disease’s severity.

Uses of Danogen 200 mg Capsule

Endometriosis

Danogen 200 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of endometriosis, a condition characterized by abnormal uterine tissue growth, severe pain, and irregular menstruation.

Fibrocystic breast disease

This medicine is used in the treatment of fibrocystic breast disease, a condition characterized by swollen, tender breasts, with the presence of non-cancerous lumps.

Hereditary angioedema

Danogen 200mg Capsule is used in the treatment of hereditary angioedema, an inherited disorder characterized by episodes of abnormal swelling of the face, hands, feet, or airways.

How does medicine work?

Danogen 200mg Tablet acts as an androgen (male sex hormone like testosterone) used for the treatment of fibrocystic breast disease and endometriosis. Danogen 200mg Tablet works by reducing the amount of hormones produced by the ovary. It acts as an inhibitor of gonadotropin secretion in men by decreasing testosterone levels.

Side effects

• Hypersensitivity
• Acne
• Weight gain
• Changes in menstrual cycle
• Decrease in breast size
• Vaginal dryness and irritation
• Sweating and flushing
• Oily skin or hair
• Hirsutism
• Peeling and blistering of skin

General Instructions

Take Danogen 200mg Capsule as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed or share this medicine with other people. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Warnings

Liver function

Danogen 200mg Capsule may cause elevations in the levels of liver enzymes. It is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver dysfunction. Caution is advised while using this medicine in patients with mild to moderate liver impairment. Appropriate dose adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition.

Blood sugar levels

Danogen 200mg Capsule may cause changes in blood sugar levels. This risk is especially higher in patients with diabetes mellitus. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while using this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition.

Porphyria

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with porphyria due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Precautions

Before taking danazol, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart/blood vessel disease (such as coronary artery disease, stroke), high blood pressure (hypertension), diabetes, high cholesterol levels, breast cancer, liver disease, kidney disease, seizures, migraine headaches, unusual vaginal bleeding, certain blood disorders (porphyria, polycythemia), prostate cancer.