Medroxyprogesterone injection is a prescription drug available under brand names like Depo-Provera, Depo-Provera CI, or Depo-subQ Provera 104. It is a progestin that helps regulate ovulation and menstrual cycles in women. The medication treats irregular or missing menstrual cycles, abnormal uterine bleeding, and reduces the risk of endometrial hyperplasia during estrogen hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women.
Medroxyprogesterone is a progestin hormone used for:
Common side effects may include:
Serious side effects can include:
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Get A Second OpinionBefore using Medroxyprogesterone, inform your doctor if you:
Withdrawal bleeding typically occurs 3-7 days after stopping the medication.
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Book an AppointmentMedroxyprogesterone increases the risk of blood clots. If you have a history of blood clots or stroke, consult your doctor before using this medication.
Liver disorders can affect how medroxyprogesterone is processed in your body, potentially increasing its levels and leading to more side effects. Discuss with your doctor if you have liver problems or a history of liver disease.
Medroxyprogesterone should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, contact your doctor immediately.
Medroxyprogesterone can pass into breast milk and may cause problems for a breastfed infant. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; you may need to stop breastfeeding or adjust your medication.
| Medroxyprogesterone | Norethisterone |
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| Medroxyprogesterone is a progestin (a form of progesterone) that aids in the regulation of ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary) and menstrual cycles in women. | Norethisterone is a synthetic progestin. It works by imitating the effects of natural progesterone (female hormone). It helps to regulate the growth and shedding of the lining of the womb, thus treating menstrual irregularities. |
| Medroxyprogesterone is also used to treat menopause symptoms as part of a combined hormone replacement treatment with estrogens (e.g., hot flashes). | This medicine is used to prevent pregnancy. It is often referred to as the "mini-pill" because it does not contain any estrogens. |
Some of the common side effects of Medroxyprogesterone are:
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Some of the common and serious side effects of Norethindrone are: |
This drug is used to treat irregular uterine bleeding in women who are not pregnant or going through menopause, as well as to restore regular menstrual cycles in women who have not had them for many months (amenorrhea).
Some of the serious side effects of Medroxyprogesterone are:
Starting on the 16th day of a 28-day oestrogen therapy course, you'll normally take 10mg every day for 10-12 days. Provera should start working 3 to 7 days after you start taking it. If you don't get your period after finishing a course of Provera, see your doctor if you're pregnant.
The doctor will adjust the dose as needed. However, the dosage shouldn’t be more than 10 mg per day. This is usually taken every day for 5 to 10 days.
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