It is very common to feel a bit anxious when your cycle doesn't go exactly as expected. Typically, Duphaston (dydrogesterone) is prescribed for 3 to 6 cycles to help regulate periods. After finishing a treatment cycle, your period should start within 3 to 10 days. A slight delay after your second cycle can be normal as your body adjusts to the hormone. However, since a delay can also indicate pregnancy, I gently suggest taking a home pregnancy test. If it is negative and your period is delayed by more than two weeks, please consult your doctor to discuss your next steps.

Duphaston (dydrogesterone) is a progesterone hormone. When you stop taking it, even after just two days, it can temporarily disrupt your body's natural cycle, leading to a delayed period. This is a very common reaction to sudden hormonal changes. However, if you have been sexually active, pregnancy is also a possibility. I gently recommend waiting a few days to see if your period starts naturally. If it does not arrive within a week, taking a simple home pregnancy test will help give you peace of mind.

Generally, around three months of pregnancy, the placenta fully takes over progesterone production, meaning Duphaston (progesterone) may no longer be necessary. However, it is highly important that you do not stop taking this medication without consulting your obstetrician first. They will evaluate your specific medical history and guide you on how to safely discontinue it.

It is very unlikely that you are pregnant if you experienced a normal period after completing your course of Duphaston (dydrogesterone). This bleeding is typically a sign that your uterine lining has shed. The dizziness and stomach cramps you are feeling now are quite common and are likely related to normal hormonal fluctuations or your menstrual cycle itself. However, because early pregnancy bleeding can sometimes mimic a period, the most reassuring step is to take a simple home pregnancy test. Please rest, stay hydrated, and consult your doctor if your symptoms persist or worsen.

Both Duphaston and Jigest contain the exact same active ingredient, dydrogesterone, at the same strength of 10 mg. Because they are generic equivalents, it is generally safe and appropriate to substitute one for the other. They work the same way in your body. However, before making any changes, I always recommend a quick check-in with your prescribing doctor or pharmacist to ensure it aligns perfectly with your specific treatment plan.

It is generally safe, and often recommended, to take hormone therapy (such as progesterone or combination hormones) for a few months after treatments. These help stabilize your hormone levels, regulate your cycle, and protect your ovaries and uterine lining. Your most important next step is to consult your fertility specialist or gynecologist. They can evaluate your current hormone levels and safely tailor your ongoing treatment plan.