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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 11, 2024 | 2:34 PM IST
Rileef Tablet 10's is used to treat endometriosis. It contains Dienogest which suppresses the production of a hormone (oestradiol) that causes excess growth in the endometrium. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as acne, headache, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

DIENOGEST-2MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Alena Lifesciences Llp

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Rileef Tablet 10's

Rileef Tablet 10's is used for the management of painful symptoms of endometriosis. Endometriosis is a painful disorder in which the tissue that generally lines the endometrium (inside the uterus) grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis generally involves ovaries, pelvis lining, and fallopian tubes.
 
Rileef Tablet 10's contains ‘Dienogest’, which suppresses the production of a hormone called estradiol, which causes excess growth in the endometrium. Thereby, Rileef Tablet 10's helps in treating pelvic pain associated with endometriosis.
 
You are advised to take Rileef Tablet 10's as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Rileef Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as acne, headache, depression, breast discomfort, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Avoid taking Rileef Tablet 10's if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Rileef Tablet 10's. Rileef Tablet 10's should not be given to children who have not had their first period. Rileef Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption, as it could lead to increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Rileef Tablet 10's

Treatment of Endometriosis

Medicinal Benefits

Rileef Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines called progestin indicated for the management of endometriosis. Rileef Tablet 10's suppresses the production of a hormone called estradiol which causes excess growth of the endometrium. Thereby, Rileef Tablet 10's helps in treating pelvic pain associated with endometriosis. Rileef Tablet 10's may also be used in menopausal hormonal therapy and heavy periods.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not chew, break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rileef Tablet 10's

  • Acne
  • Headache
  • Depression
  • Breast discomfort
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain

Drug Warnings

Do not take Rileef Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its components; if you have a blood clot in the lungs, heart, brain, blood vessels of legs or any part of the body, if you have/had diabetes mellitus with damaged blood vessel, severe liver damage, unexplained vaginal bleeding, and benign or malignant tumour. Talk to your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, are overweight, have chloasma (yellowish-brown pigmentation on the skin), had an ectopic pregnancy (embryo develops outside the womb), or if you or anyone in your immediate family has had blood clots in lungs/legs, or heart attack, high cholesterol or stroke. Avoid taking Rileef Tablet 10's if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Rileef Tablet 10's. Rileef Tablet 10's should not be given to children who have not had their first period. Rileef Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Rileef Tablet 10's may interact with anti-epileptics (phenytoin, primidone, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, topiramate, felbamate, phenobarbitone), anti-depressants (fluoxetine, fluvoxamine), anti-hypertensive (diltiazem, verapamil), anti-TB (rifampicin, rifabutin), anti-fungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole), antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin), antacid (cimetidine), and herbal supplement used to treat depression (St. John’s wort).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of grapefruit while taking Rileef Tablet 10's. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have diabetes mellitus with damaged blood vessels, severe liver damage, unexplained vaginal bleeding, benign or malignant tumour.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENYTOIN
  • PRIMIDONE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • OXCARBAZEPINE
  • TOPIRAMATE
  • FELBAMATE
  • PHENOBARBITONE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • VERAMAPIL
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • RIFABUTIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CIMETIDINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include diet-fibrous foods, iron-rich foods, foods rich in essential fatty acids, and anti-oxidant rich food.

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.

  • Practice meditation and yoga. Acupuncture and massages can also be helpful.

  • Avoid or limit caffeine intake.

Special Advise

  • Rileef Tablet 10's might affect blood tests, inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Rileef Tablet 10's.

  • If you are undergoing any surgery, inform the surgeon and anaesthetist that you are taking Rileef Tablet 10's.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Endometriosis: Endometriosis is a painful disorder in which the tissue that generally lines the endometrium (inside the uterus) grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis generally occurs when the endometrial tissue grows on the ovaries, pelvis lining, and fallopian tubes. Symptoms include pelvic pain, painful periods, pain in the abdomen during and before menstruation, heavy menstrual bleeding, discomfort during bowel movements, lower back pain during menstruation, pain during sexual intercourse, and cramps 1-2 weeks around menstruation.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown if Rileef Tablet 10's interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Rileef Tablet 10's is not recommended during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this. Consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Rileef Tablet 10's.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid taking Rileef Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Driving

Caution

Rileef Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be necessary. Rileef Tablet 10's should not be taken by people with severe liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be necessary. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Rileef Tablet 10's should not be given to children who have not had their first period.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1102 KAILAS CORPORATE LOUNGE PREM. CHS. LTD.VEER SAVARKAR MARG, VIKROLI PARKSITE, VIKROLI WEST Mumbai, Maharashtra, India - 400079
Other Info - RIL0031

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FAQs

Rileef Tablet 10's is indicated for the management of painful symptoms of endometriosis, a condition in which the tissue that generally lines the endometrium (inside the uterus) grows outside the uterus.
Rileef Tablet 10's suppresses the production of a hormone called estradiol which causes excess growth of the endometrium. Thereby, Rileef Tablet 10's helps in treating pelvic pain associated with endometriosis.
Rileef Tablet 10's may cause weight gain. Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly. Try eating smaller but more frequent meals. Consult your doctor if you notice severe weight gain.
Do not stop taking Rileef Tablet 10's on your own. Continue taking Rileef Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your condition. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Rileef Tablet 10's.
Avoid using hormonal contraceptives with Rileef Tablet 10's; instead, use non-hormonal contraceptive methods such as condoms or barrier methods. Please consult your doctor; he/she may advise regarding proper contraception.
Antibiotics and antifungal medicines might affect how Rileef Tablet 10's works or might be affected by Rileef Tablet 10's. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking antibiotics or antifungals with Rileef Tablet 10's.
Rileef Tablet 10's may cause irregular menstrual bleeding or infrequent periods. Talk to your doctor if you experience this.
Long term use of Rileef Tablet 10's might lower bone mineral density and affect bone health. An adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D either via your food or supplements may be helpful.
Rileef Tablet 10's should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of treatment based on your condition.
Rileef Tablet 10's should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.
Rileef Tablet 10's contains dienogest, which belongs to a group of medicines called progestin and is indicated for the management of endometriosis.
Yes, Rileef Tablet 10's is a synthetic steroid.
Rileef Tablet 10's helps endometriosis by suppressing the production of a hormone called estradiol, which causes excess growth in the endometrium.
Rileef Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as acne, headache, depression, breast discomfort, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.

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