ディナゲスト錠0.5mg
Dienogest (Visanne)
Dienogest · ディナゲスト
Dienogest (Dinagest, 1 mg and 0.5 mg) is Japan's standard progestin for endometriosis and adenomyosis, with generics available. Gynecology clinics prescribe it routinely and it is not a controlled substance.
At a glance
- Prescription status
- Prescription only
- Over the counter
- Not sold OTC
- Bringing it into Japan
- ✓ 1 month Rx / 2 months OTC
- Names abroad
- Visanne (via Zalkya) · 비잔
Over the counter
Prescription only, covered by insurance.
Prescription products in Japan
13 productsProducts on Japan's national drug price list. Prescription only: a clinic visit is needed, and pharmacies may substitute a generic with the same ingredient.
| Brand names | ディナゲスト |
|---|---|
| Generic | 11 generic products |
| Dosage forms | Oral |
| Strengths (oral) | 0.5mg · 1mg |
| Official price (per tablet or unit) | ¥38.7 – ¥71.2 Official NHI drug price. Patients with Japanese insurance pay 10–30%; visitors without it pay the full price plus consultation fees. |
Product names are shown in Japanese, exactly as printed on the package and the prescription. Show this page at the pharmacy.
ディナゲスト錠1mg
ジエノゲスト錠0.5mg
モチダ
ジエノゲスト口腔内崩壊錠1mg
4 manufacturers: F · キッセイ · トーワ · モチダ
ジエノゲスト錠1mg
6 manufacturers: F · キッセイ · サワイ · トーワ · ニプロ · モチダ
All listed products (13) · Drug price list as of 2026-08-12
| ディナゲスト錠0.5mg | Oral · ¥67.7/tablet |
|---|---|
| ディナゲスト錠1mg | Oral · ¥71.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲストOD錠1mg「F」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲストOD錠1mg「キッセイ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲストOD錠1mg「トーワ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲストOD錠1mg「モチダ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲスト錠0.5mg「モチダ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥38.7/tablet |
| ジエノゲスト錠1mg「F」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲスト錠1mg「キッセイ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲスト錠1mg「サワイ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲスト錠1mg「トーワ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲスト錠1mg「ニプロ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
| ジエノゲスト錠1mg「モチダ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥48.2/tablet |
Bringing it into Japan
Up to a 1-month supply of prescription medicine, or 2 months of OTC medicine, without any paperwork. For more, apply for a Yakkan Shoumei (import confirmation) before travel.
Getting it prescribed in Japan
Any clinic can prescribe it after a consultation. Bring the original packaging or a medication list. Use the hospital finder to find clinics with English-speaking staff or an international patient office.
Names abroad
| UK | Visanne (via Zalkya) |
|---|---|
| Korea | 비잔 |
| China | 唯散宁 |
| Taiwan | 異位寧 |
Sources
- Health Insurance Claims Review & Reimbursement Services — Drug master (NHI drug price list) shinryohoshu.mhlw.go.jp — 2026-08-12
- Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare — Bringing medicines for personal use into Japan mhlw.go.jp
This page describes how a medicine is regulated and sold in Japan. It is not medical advice and does not cover dosing for your situation; follow your doctor's and pharmacist's instructions.