Patient's question:
A few days ago, a pregnancy test revealed that I was pregnant. There was a slight sign of miscarriage with some bleeding. A colleague told me that it's best to take dydrogesterone tablets if you're pregnant, so I bought some and started taking them. However, I'm worried about potential side effects. Why is it necessary to take this medication in the early stages of pregnancy? I'd like to consult more specifically.What kind of help do I need: Why is it necessary to take dydrogesterone tablets in the early stages of pregnancy?
Doctor's answer:
I suggest you don't worry, as progesterone supplements have no significant impact on the baby and are absolutely safe. You must pay close attention to getting enough rest.Dydrogesterone can be used to treat conditions caused by endogenous progesterone deficiency, such as dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, secondary amenorrhea, irregular menstrual cycles, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, premenstrual syndrome, threatened miscarriage or habitual abortion due to progesterone deficiency, and infertility caused by luteal insufficiency. Generally, you should start taking the medication one week in advance and stop when your period is due. This medication is indeed very effective. Progesterone is an estrogen that gradually increases hormone levels in pregnant women throughout their pregnancy. If progesterone levels are too low in the early stages of pregnancy, it can lead to miscarriage. Therefore, oral or injectable supplementation will not have any adverse effects on the fetus.