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Took Danazole For Severe Pain During Periods. Having Joint Pain And Acne. Should I Discontinue Medicine?

I have severe pain in monthly periods, doctor proscribed for me a tablet Danazole , once i started this medicine, 3 rd day itself i felt join pains , acne , lots lots of acne in my face ( last 2 year am facing this problem( acne ) now its too much, i can discontinue this medicine or any remedy for a acne , My age is 38
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Hi,
Welcome to HCM!
Thanks for posting your query. I am happy to address your questions. Danazole has side effect of weight gain, acne, flushing, sweating, voice changes (hoarseness, change in pitch), abnormal growth of body hair (in women), vaginal dryness/irritation, or decreased breast size may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly. Yes, this medication is used to treat pelvic pain and infertility due to a certain uterus disorder (endometriosis) and also to treat breast pain/tenderness/nodules due to a certain breast condition (fibrocystic breast disease). Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions, I will be happy to help. Thanks
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Took Danazole For Severe Pain During Periods. Having Joint Pain And Acne. Should I Discontinue Medicine?

Hi, Welcome to HCM! Thanks for posting your query. I am happy to address your questions. Danazole has side effect of weight gain, acne, flushing, sweating, voice changes (hoarseness, change in pitch), abnormal growth of body hair (in women), vaginal dryness/irritation, or decreased breast size may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly. Yes, this medication is used to treat pelvic pain and infertility due to a certain uterus disorder (endometriosis) and also to treat breast pain/tenderness/nodules due to a certain breast condition (fibrocystic breast disease). Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions, I will be happy to help. Thanks