Duphaston

Tablet · Abbott
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Duphaston is a tablet made by Abbott that contains Dydrogesterone 10 mg. Dydrogesterone is a hormone (progestogen): supports pregnancy, regulates periods and treats endometriosis.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Dydrogesterone10 mg

What it is used for

Supports pregnancy, regulates periods and treats endometriosis.

How it works

A progestogen used for threatened or recurrent miscarriage, irregular periods, endometriosis and in IVF.

How to take it

Usually 10 mg once to three times a day, as prescribed.

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Breast tenderness
  • Spotting

Get medical help straight away if

  • Pain or swelling in one leg, chest pain or breathlessness
  • Heavy bleeding
  • Severe headache

Be careful

Use only as prescribed; report unusual bleeding.

Other medicines and interactions

Enzyme-inducing medicines (rifampicin, carbamazepine) reduce its effect.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Used in pregnancy only on a doctor's prescription.

Same composition, other brands (1)

Dydroboon

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

Common questions

What is Duphaston?

Duphaston is a tablet by Abbott containing Dydrogesterone 10 mg.

What is Duphaston used for?

Supports pregnancy, regulates periods and treats endometriosis.

How should I take Duphaston?

Usually 10 mg once to three times a day, as prescribed. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Duphaston?

Common side effects include: Headache, nausea, breast tenderness, spotting. Get medical help straight away for: Pain or swelling in one leg, chest pain or breathlessness, heavy bleeding, severe headache.

Does Duphaston need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Duphaston in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Used in pregnancy only on a doctor's prescription.

What are the substitutes for Duphaston?

Brands with the same composition: Dydroboon. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.