Danogen 50mg

Description

Danogen 50 mg Capsule is used to treat endometriosis, fibrocystic breast disease, and heriditery angioedema. It is not recommended for use in the elderly population and children.

Danogen 50Mg Capsule 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 which in turn decreases the severity of the disease.

How does medicine works?

Danogen 50Mg Capsule acts as an androgen (male sex hormone like testosterone) used for the treatment of fibrocystic breast disease and endometriosis. Danogen 50Mg Capsule 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.

How to take

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Danogen 50 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Uses

• Organ Transplantation
• Bone Marrow Transplantation
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Psoriasis
• Nephrotic Syndrome
• Uveitis
• Atopic Dermatitis

General Instructions

Take Danogen 50 mg 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 50 mg 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 50 mg 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.

Preacaution

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.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Storage

Store it at room temperature, and in an airtight container. Keep away from children.