Endoreg Tablet

Endoreg Tablet contains hormonal medicine dienogest (progestin hormone). This medicine is used for the treatment of a condition known as endometriosis. Endometriosis is a disorder associated with the uterus and it is characterised by pain in the abdomen (pelvic region) which increases during the menstrual cycle, pain during intercourse and pain in the abdomen region while passing urine or stools.

This medicine should not be given to pregnant women or to lactating mothers. Some common side effects associated with this medicine are weight gain, mood swings, headache, back pain and acne. In case you experience too many side effects or any serious discomforts while using this medicine contact your doctor immediately.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have taken too much of this medicine, you may feel sick or have an urge to vomit. Contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

This medication should not be missed as it may affect the efficiency of the medicine. If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

In the body of a female, every month a new layer of tissue is formed within the uterus which is shredded during the menstrual cycle if the female does not conceive. However, in certain instances this layer of tissue forms outside the uterus and can cause severe abdominal pain and discomfort to the female. This condition is known as Endometriosis. Dienogest, the active component of Endoreg Tablet helps in the treatment of endometriosis by decreasing the tissue formation outside the uterus, thereby, reducing the pain and discomfort associated with this disorder.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine as directed by your doctor.
• Preferably take this medicine at the same time every day.
• This medicine can be take with or without food.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Endoreg Tablet during pregnancy?

You should not take Endoreg Tablet during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, inform your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Endoreg Tablet while breastfeeding?

There is limited information regarding the safety of Endoreg Tablet in breastfeeding mothers. Hence, it is recommended to avoid this medicine while you are nursing your child.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Endoreg Tablet?

You may drive as Endoreg Tablet does not influence your ability to drive or operate machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Endoreg Tablet?

Alcohol is not known to interact with this medicine. However, if you consume alcohol too often discuss it with your doctor.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a lot of bleeding during your menstrual cycle.
• You notice a significant change in the bleeding pattern of the menstrual cycle.
• You have disorders associated with blood clotting.
• You have breast cancer.
• You have very fragile bones (osteoporosis).
• You have a history of mood swings or psychotic disorders like anxiety or depression.
• You have/had Jaundice.
• You have diabetes.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to dienogest, estradiol or any other components of this medicine. If you have or ever had the problem of blood clots in blood vessels of your legs (deep vein thrombosis), lungs (pulmonary embolism), brain or heart (stroke). If you suffer from a blood clotting disorder. If you ever had a heart attack or severe chest pain (angina, transient ischaemic attack). If you have severe diabetes with damage in blood vessels. If you have very high blood pressure. If your liver function is not normal due to present or past disease of the liver. If you were diagnosed with cancer or suspecting cancer involving breasts or genital organs. If you experience unexplained bleeding from the birth canal (vagina).

Side effects

• Increased risk of blood clot formation in your blood vessels
• Headache
• Nausea
• Gas and abdominal discomfort
• Tenderness of breasts
• Irregularities in the menstrual cycle
• Weight gain
• Acne
• Sleep disturbances
• Mood swings
• Anxiety

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions. Concomitant use of this medicine with some other medicines may cause the failure of contraception leading to pregnancy or heavy bleeding. Following medicines should be used with caution-
• Medicines for fits (e.g. primidone, phenytoin, barbiturates, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, topiramate, felbamate), tuberculosis (e.g. rifampicin), HIV and Hepatitis C Virus infections (ritonavir, nevirapine, efavirenz), fungal infections (e.g. griseofulvin, ketoconazole).
• Herbal preparation St.John's Wort.
• Concommitant use of Endoreg Tablet with immunity-suppressing medicines (cyclosporine) and medicines to reduce fits (lamotrigin) influence the action of these medicines.

Storage and disposal

Store it in a cool and dry place. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Endoreg Tablet a contraceptive pill?

This medicine is not a contraceptive pill. It is used to treat a condition associated with the uterus known as endometriosis.

Does Endoreg Tablet stop periods?

This medicine is not known to stop periods (menstrual cycle). However, irregularities in the menstrual cycle can occur as a side effect. In case you experience any discomfort during your periods or if you notice there are severe irregularities consult your doctor immediately.