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What Causes Pinkish Discharge After Taking Duphaston?

Hi, I am going on a pilgrimage next week so I need to stop my periods. The doctore prescribed me duphaston to take twice a day, and start 5 days before I get my period so I started it on the 23rd day. However I noticed a brownish pinkish discharge today which I usually get before I start my menstual cycle. Does this mean I am getting my period as I am still taking Duphaston? I hope not as I need my cycle to be delays for another 8 days. Thanks
Tue, 28 Mar 2017
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Hello,
I have gone through your query and understood the concern. The dosage may not be sufficient to elevate the hormone levels effectively​. This could be the cause of the spotting observed as breakthrough bleed. I would suggest increasing the dosage after informing your consultant. Sometimes, Medroxyprogesterone is more effective than micronized progesterone. The effect is also dependant on the BMI. Hope this helps.
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What Causes Pinkish Discharge After Taking Duphaston?

Hello, I have gone through your query and understood the concern. The dosage may not be sufficient to elevate the hormone levels effectively​. This could be the cause of the spotting observed as breakthrough bleed. I would suggest increasing the dosage after informing your consultant. Sometimes, Medroxyprogesterone is more effective than micronized progesterone. The effect is also dependant on the BMI. Hope this helps.