Danazol Tablets
Danazol tablets for endometriosis and fibrocystic breast disease. They lower the hormone output that makes these conditions worse.
- Categories
- Women's Health · Hormone Therapy
- Active ingredient
- Danazol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 50mg · 100mg · 200mg
The exact manufacturer offered is confirmed by the fulfilment partner before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Danazol Tablets vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Danazol Tablets details
- Conditions
- Endometriosis · Fibrocystic Breast Disease · Hereditary Angioedema
- Alternative names
- danocrine
- Therapeutic class
- Gonadotropin Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Synthetic Androgen
- Contraindications
- pregnancy; thromboembolic disorders; severe hepatic or renal impairment
- Minor side effects
- weight gain; acne; hot flushes
- Moderate side effects
- hirsutism; voice deepening; fluid retention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Warfarin; Insulin; Carbamazepine
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Serious side effects
hepatic adenoma, requires immediate medical attention; severe intracranial hypertension, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Danazol tablets for endometriosis and fibrocystic breast disease. They lower the hormone output that makes these conditions worse.
Mechanism of action
Suppresses pituitary FSH and LH output, leading to ovarian inactivation and mucosal atrophy of endometrial lesions.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Highly teratogenic. Avoid during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
What you will receive
Danazol Tablets is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Danazol, rather than under a brand.
- The fulfilment partner confirms the offered manufacturer and product before supply.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.