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Danocrine

Generic name: danazolDAN-a-zol ]
Drug class: Antigonadotropic agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Aug 16, 2023. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Danocrine?

Danocrine is used to treat endometriosis.

Danocrine is also used to treat attacks of hereditary angioedema (an immune system disorder).

Danocrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Danocrine side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Danocrine may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

Common side effects of Danocrine may include:

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings

You should not use Danocrine if you have: undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, porphyria, severe liver or kidney disease, severe heart problems, or if you have ever had a stroke or blood clot, or cancer of the breast, uterus/cervix, or vagina.

Do not use if you are pregnant. Use effective birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant.

Do not breast-feed while using this medicine.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Danocrine if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

You may need to have a negative pregnancy test before starting this treatment.

Do not use Danocrine if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby or cause birth defects. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medicine.

Ask your doctor about using a non-hormonal birth control (such as a condom or diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy.

Danazol can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while you are using danazol.

Danocrine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

How should I take Danocrine?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

You will need frequent medical tests.

Danocrine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Danocrine.

Women who take Danocrine to treat endometriosis should start the medication during a menstrual period.

Danocrine is usually given for 3 to 9 months to treat endometriosis. To prevent attacks of hereditary angioedema, you may need to use the medication long-term.

Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

Your dose needs may change if you become ill, have a fever or infection, or if you have surgery or a medical emergency. Tell your doctor about any such situation that affects you. Do not change your medication dose or schedule without your doctor's advice.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

Call your doctor for instructions if you miss more than 2 doses in a row.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should I avoid while taking Danocrine?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

What other drugs will affect Danocrine?

Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Danocrine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

norethindrone, leuprolide, medroxyprogesterone, Provera, Lupron Depot, Sprintec, danazol, stanozolol

Further information

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.