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Provera contains the active ingredient medroxyprogesterone acetate. It is a prescription progestin, which is a laboratory-made hormone that acts similarly to the natural hormone progesterone.
Progesterone helps regulate the menstrual cycle and controls the growth of the uterine lining. Provera may be prescribed to manage certain menstrual problems, trigger menstrual-like bleeding, or protect the uterus during estrogen therapy.
Provera may be used to treat abnormal uterine bleeding caused by a hormonal imbalance. This may include bleeding that is unusually heavy, prolonged, frequent, irregular, or unpredictable.
During a normal menstrual cycle, estrogen causes the uterine lining to grow, while progesterone helps stabilize the lining and prepare it to shed. When ovulation does not occur or progesterone levels are too low, the lining may continue to build up and eventually bleed irregularly.
Provera helps control the growth of the uterine lining. After a prescribed course ends, the drop in progestin levels may cause the lining to shed in a more predictable way.
Before prescribing Provera, your healthcare provider may investigate other possible causes of abnormal bleeding. These may include pregnancy, fibroids, polyps, infections, thyroid problems, bleeding disorders, medication effects, or abnormal changes in the uterus.
Provera may also be prescribed for secondary amenorrhea. This means menstrual periods have stopped in someone who previously had periods.
Absent periods can have many causes, including pregnancy, stress, major weight changes, intense exercise, polycystic ovary syndrome, thyroid disorders, reduced ovarian function, or other hormonal conditions.
When Provera is used for secondary amenorrhea, it is usually taken for a limited number of days. After treatment ends, withdrawal bleeding may occur as the uterine lining sheds.
A withdrawal bleed often occurs within several days after the final dose, although the timing can vary. Bleeding after treatment does not necessarily mean that the underlying cause of the missed periods has been corrected. Additional testing or treatment may still be needed.
Provera may be prescribed to postmenopausal women who still have a uterus and are taking estrogen therapy.
Estrogen can help relieve menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. However, estrogen used by itself can cause the uterine lining, called the endometrium, to become too thick.
This abnormal thickening is called endometrial hyperplasia. Over time, certain types of endometrial hyperplasia may increase the risk of endometrial cancer.
Adding Provera for part of the treatment cycle helps balance the effects of estrogen. It limits excessive growth of the uterine lining and encourages the lining to shed.
People who have had their uterus removed generally do not need a progestin solely to protect the uterine lining. Individual treatment plans may vary depending on medical history and other health considerations.
Provera acts on progesterone receptors in the body. In the uterus, it changes the lining from a growing state into a more stable state.
Depending on why it is prescribed, Provera can:
Provera does not treat every cause of abnormal or absent menstrual periods. Your healthcare provider may need to perform tests to identify the cause of your symptoms before or during treatment.
Provera tablets are not a contraceptive and should not be relied on to prevent pregnancy.
Medroxyprogesterone acetate is also available as a contraceptive injection, but this is a different product with a different dose, schedule, and purpose.
Use an appropriate form of birth control if pregnancy prevention is needed. Ask your healthcare provider which method is suitable for you.
When Provera is used for abnormal bleeding or secondary amenorrhea, withdrawal bleeding may occur several days after the last dose.
The amount and duration of bleeding can vary. Contact your healthcare provider if no bleeding occurs, if the bleeding is extremely heavy, or if it continues longer than expected.
When Provera is used with estrogen, you may not feel it working. Its main purpose is to protect the uterine lining over time. Depending on the prescribed schedule, you may experience monthly bleeding or spotting.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have unexplained vaginal bleeding, a history of breast cancer or another hormone-sensitive cancer, blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver disease, or an allergy to medroxyprogesterone acetate.
Provera may cause side effects such as headache, breast tenderness, bloating, nausea, mood changes, dizziness, or changes in vaginal bleeding.
Report any unusual vaginal bleeding promptly, especially if you have already gone through menopause. Attend regular follow-up appointments so your healthcare provider can review your bleeding pattern, treatment response, and ongoing need for therapy.
Take Provera exactly as prescribed. Do not change your dose, treatment schedule, or length of treatment without speaking with your healthcare provider.
Provera is available as a tablet that you take by mouth. Take it exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. The dose, starting day, and number of treatment days will depend on why you are taking it.
Swallow the tablet with water. You may take it with or without food. If it causes nausea or stomach discomfort, taking it with food may help.
Try to take Provera at approximately the same time each day. A calendar or phone reminder may be helpful, especially when the medication is prescribed only on certain days of the month.
Do not take more tablets, take them more often, or continue treatment longer than directed.
If you have gone through menopause, still have your uterus, and are taking estrogen, your healthcare provider may add Provera to help protect the uterine lining.
Estrogen can cause the lining of the uterus to grow. Provera helps control this growth and reduces the risk of endometrial hyperplasia, which is abnormal thickening of the uterine lining.
Provera is usually taken once daily for a specific number of days during each monthly treatment cycle. A commonly prescribed dose is 5 mg or 10 mg daily for 12 to 14 consecutive days each month. However, your exact schedule may differ.
Depending on your hormone therapy schedule, you may experience bleeding or spotting after completing each course of Provera. Contact your healthcare provider if the bleeding is unusually heavy, lasts longer than expected, or occurs at an unexpected time.
Secondary amenorrhea means that menstrual periods have stopped in someone who previously had periods.
When Provera is used for this condition, the usual dose is 5 mg or 10 mg once daily for 5 to 10 days. Treatment may begin at any time after your healthcare provider has ruled out pregnancy and assessed the possible cause of your missed periods.
After the final dose, withdrawal bleeding often begins within 3 to 7 days. However, the timing may vary.
A withdrawal bleed happens because the uterine lining sheds after the progestin level falls. It may resemble a menstrual period.
Contact your healthcare provider if no bleeding occurs. This may mean that the uterine lining did not respond as expected or that another hormonal or medical condition requires evaluation.
Provera may be prescribed for abnormal uterine bleeding caused by a hormonal imbalance when there is no other underlying problem, such as a fibroid, infection, pregnancy complication, or cancer.
The usual adult dose is 5 mg or 10 mg once daily for 5 to 10 days. Treatment often begins between days 16 and 21 of the menstrual cycle.
The first day of menstrual bleeding is usually counted as day 1. Your healthcare provider will tell you exactly when to begin treatment.
Withdrawal bleeding often starts within 3 to 7 days after the last tablet. Your healthcare provider may repeat the treatment during future cycles if needed.
Provera may also be prescribed to produce progesterone-related changes in the uterine lining. This is sometimes described as creating a secretory transformation of the endometrium.
In simple terms, Provera changes the lining from a growing state into a more mature and stable state. After the medication is stopped, the lining may shed as a withdrawal bleed.
A usual dose is 5 mg or 10 mg once daily for 5 to 10 days. Your healthcare provider will choose the treatment days based on your menstrual cycle and treatment goals.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed tablet and continue with your regular schedule.
Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.
Because Provera is often taken for only a limited number of days, missing a dose could affect the timing of withdrawal bleeding. Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you miss more than one dose or are unsure whether to extend the treatment course.
Bleeding may begin within several days after the final tablet. The amount and duration can vary from one person to another.
Contact your healthcare provider if:
A withdrawal bleed does not necessarily mean that the underlying cause of irregular or absent periods has been corrected. Additional testing or treatment may still be necessary.
Provera tablets do not prevent pregnancy. Use a reliable contraceptive method if pregnancy prevention is needed.
Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are trying to become pregnant. Pregnancy should generally be ruled out before Provera is used to treat absent menstrual periods.
Do not change the starting day, dose, or number of treatment days on your own. Following the prescribed schedule is important for controlling bleeding and protecting the uterine lining.
Provera (Medroxyprogesterone) is available in the following forms and strengths:
When Provera is taken with estrogen as part of menopausal hormone therapy, the combination may increase the risk of serious health problems. These may include blood clots, stroke, heart attack, and breast cancer.
The level of risk differs from one person to another. It may depend on your age, medical history, dose, length of treatment, smoking status, and other risk factors.
Hormone therapy should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest period appropriate for your treatment needs. Your healthcare provider should regularly review whether you still need treatment.
Do not take Provera if you have, have previously had, or are suspected of having breast cancer unless a specialist specifically recommends it.
Hormone-sensitive cancers may respond to estrogen or progestin hormones. Tell your healthcare provider about any personal or family history of breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive cancers.
Contact your healthcare provider if you notice a breast lump, nipple discharge, persistent breast pain, or another unusual breast change.
Provera may not be suitable if you currently have or have previously had a blood clot, heart attack, or stroke. These conditions are generally listed as reasons not to use the medication rather than situations requiring only routine caution.
Seek emergency medical attention if you develop chest pain, sudden shortness of breath, coughing up blood, pain or swelling in one leg, sudden vision changes, difficulty speaking, or weakness on one side of your body.
Do not take Provera if you have significant liver disease or if your liver is not functioning normally.
Tell your healthcare provider about any history of liver problems before treatment begins. Contact them promptly if you develop yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stools, severe tiredness, loss of appetite, or pain in the upper-right side of your abdomen.
Provera should not be used during pregnancy. Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant. Pregnancy should generally be ruled out before Provera is prescribed for absent menstrual periods.
Medroxyprogesterone can pass into breast milk. Breastfeeding is not automatically prohibited in every situation, but you should speak with your healthcare provider before taking Provera while breastfeeding. They will consider the age and health of your baby, your treatment needs, and the possible risks.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have kidney disease, gallbladder disease, diabetes, migraines, epilepsy, asthma, high blood pressure, depression, or a history of fluid retention.
These conditions do not always prevent treatment, but they may require closer monitoring. Contact your healthcare provider if you experience worsening depression, severe mood changes, significant swelling, severe headaches, or changes in vision.
Provera does not generally increase the risk of endometrial cancer when it is prescribed correctly with estrogen. One of its approved purposes is to protect the uterine lining and reduce the risk of endometrial hyperplasia, which may lead to endometrial cancer.
However, report any unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting promptly, especially after menopause. Your healthcare provider should investigate the cause, even if you are taking Provera to protect the uterine lining.
Medroxyprogesterone may be prescribed to trigger menstrual-like bleeding in someone who previously had periods but has stopped menstruating. This condition is called secondary amenorrhea. Before treatment, your healthcare provider will usually rule out pregnancy and may investigate why your periods have stopped. Medroxyprogesterone does not correct every possible cause of absent periods.
Withdrawal bleeding often begins within 3 to 7 days after the final dose. However, the timing can vary from person to person. Contact your healthcare provider if bleeding does not occur, is unusually heavy, lasts longer than expected, or is accompanied by severe abdominal or pelvic pain.
For secondary amenorrhea or certain types of abnormal uterine bleeding, medroxyprogesterone is commonly taken once daily for 5 to 10 days. Your exact dose, starting day, and treatment length will depend on your condition. Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions carefully and do not extend the treatment course on your own.
Do not take medroxyprogesterone if you are pregnant or have unexplained vaginal bleeding that has not been evaluated. It may also be unsuitable if you have active liver disease, breast cancer or another hormone-sensitive cancer, a current or previous blood clot, stroke, or heart attack. Before starting treatment, tell your healthcare provider about your complete medical history and every medication or supplement you take. Do not stop, restart, or change your dose without medical advice.
| Generic name: | Medroxyprogesterone |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Tablet |
| Strength(s): | 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg |
| Quantities Available: | 90, 100 |
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Dosage and Quantity: Provera is commonly prescribed in dosages of 2.5 mg, 5 mg, or 10 mg daily, depending on the condition being treated. For example, if you are prescribed 5 mg daily, for a 90-day supply, you would order 90 tablets (90 days x 1 tablet per day).
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