Danocrine and its generic verision Danazol come as tablet and capsule form respectively to take by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily. Both the tablet and the capsule are available with strengths of 50 mg, 100 mg, and 200 mg and are typically taken orally. You can take the tablet or capsule with or without food but choose one way and take the medication the same way with every dose.
The recommended dosages of Danocrine (danazol) can vary depending on the condition being treated and the individual’s response to the medication. However, the usual dosages are as follows:
For endometriosis:
- Starting dosage: 800 to 1200 mg per day, divided into two doses, for up to six months
- Maintenance dosage: 200 to 400 mg per day, divided into two doses, for up to six months
For fibrocystic breast disease:
- Starting dosage: 100 to 200 mg per day, divided into two doses, for up to six months
- Maintenance dosage: 50 to 200 mg per day, divided into two doses, for up to six months
For hereditary angioedema:
- Starting dosage: 200 mg two or three times a day
- Maintenance dosage: 100 to 600 mg per day, divided into two or three doses
Do not stop taking Danocrine (Danazol) without talking to your doctor. If you have fibrocystic breast disease, breast pain and tenderness usually improve during the first month that you take danazol and go away after 2 to 3 months of treatment; breast lumps should improve after 4 to 6 months of treatment.
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