Dr prescription this medicine to me Dydrogesterone

Dydrogesterone

Description : Dydrogesterone is a synthetic progestogen and has a similar action to the female hormone, progesterone. It is used to treat menstrual disorders in women caused due to a lack of hormones. It is also used to reduce the risk of miscarriages or abortions. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age
What is it prescribed for?

Dysmenorrhea
Endometriosis
Secondary Amenorrhoea
Menstrual abnormalities
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding
Premenstrual syndrome
Threatened abortion
Habitual abortion
Infertility due to luteal Insufficiency
Hormone replacement therapy
Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Dydrogesterone
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Dry mouth
Indigestion
Rash
Itching
Hives
Cough
Breast pain
Depression
Mood swings
Difficulty in falling asleep
Headache
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Advice
You need to revisit your doctor who has prescribed this medication for you