Safegest D is a hormone pill containing Dehydroepiandrosterone. It is used to improve the function of the ovaries and helps to regularize menstrual periods in women who have a hormonal imbalance. The drug is also used in infertility treatment for women. However, this drug has to be avoided by pregnant or breastfeeding women.
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I am suffering from PCOD despite taking medications. Why?
Query: Dear Doctor, I am a 29 year old female suffering from PCOD, taking medicines from past 1 year. But still it has not reduced. I was into Metformin and Folic acid. At the same time I have also taken medicines for conception (i.e, clomiphene). Follicar study has been conducted for four times and only ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Metformin is a very effective medicine in PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) treatment. It reduces weight, increases sensitivity to insulin and decreases androgen level. All these effects are helpful in the treatment of PCOD. But as you say it is not effective in your ... Read Full »