To control unusual and heavy bleeding of the uterus, or for treating unusual stopping of menstrual periods, a typical dose of medroxyprogesterone is 5 mg to 10 mg daily for 10 to 14 days per month.
A typical dose to treat breast cancer is mg daily, and a typical dose for endometrial cancer treatment is mg to mg daily. Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor. Unless medroxyprogesterone is being taken as part of breast cancer treatment, this medication should not be taken by women without an intact uterus.
It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose of medroxyprogesterone and it is within 12 hours of the missed dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is more than 12 hours since the missed dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store this medication in a dry place at room temperature, out of direct light, and keep it out of the reach of children. Do not dispose of medications in wastewater e. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired. Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses.
Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time. Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention. Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:.
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication. If you've never taken estrogens, your healthcare provider may prescribe it first for certain conditions. If you don't tolerate estrogen or they're not effective enough, you may be switched to Provera or have Provera added to your estrogen regimen.
Talk to your healthcare provider about all medications, supplements, and vitamins that you currently take. While some drugs pose minor interaction risks, others may outright contraindicate use or should be used with caution. If you've had your uterus removed with a hysterectomy procedure, you have no need for progestin and won't be prescribed Provera or other drugs in its class.
Provera isn't safe for everyone. You shouldn't start taking it if you have:. Also, be sure to tell your healthcare provider:. These issues may affect whether you can take Provera, or if a break from the medication may be necessary such as before surgery. Conditions that may require close monitoring while you're taking Provera include:. Other progestin drugs on the market include:.
Provera is available in three dosages:. Healthcare providers typically prescribe the lowest effective dose and for the shortest amount of time possible.
The dosage used varies by the condition being treated. Dosages may not be established for off-label uses. Always follow your healthcare provider's instructions for prescription medications. If you have significant liver impairment from alcoholic cirrhosis , Provera is discouraged. If it is prescribed, your dosage may be lower than the standard dose. If you take thyroid replacement hormone, your dosage of that medication may need to be adjusted after you start Provera. Also, your healthcare provider may want you to get more frequent lab work to check your thyroid hormone levels.
Provera has to be taken at certain times, so be sure to follow your healthcare provider's instructions for taking it. If you forget to start Provera when you're supposed to, if you miss a dose, or if you have any questions about dosage or timing, talk to your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance.
Provera should be stored at room temperature between 68 degrees and 77 degrees F. Any vaginal bleeding in a postmenopausal female with a uterus should be evaluated to rule out cancer. Provera can cause side effects in some people. Some of these are common and not considered dangerous, while others are cause for calling your healthcare provider right away.
Common side effects of Provera don't require immediate medical care, but you should contact your healthcare provider if any of these become severe, don't go away after you've been on the drug for a while, or are a significant problem for you:. Other, less common side effects may be more serious. Medroxyprogesterone is also used for endometriosis.
Endometriosis is a condition where tissue that normally lines the inside of your womb uterus is found elsewhere in your body, often in the pelvic area or tummy abdomen. The cells in this tissue need oestrogen another female sex hormone to grow and survive.
Medroxyprogesterone reduces the effect of oestrogen on these cells which causes them to 'shrink'. This means the patches of endometriosis also shrink. Medroxyprogesterone is also prescribed although at higher doses than in the conditions mentioned above to help treat some cancers, particularly endometrial cancer. Medroxyprogesterone is also available as an injection to prevent pregnancy, and as tablets in combination with an oestrogen for hormone replacement therapy HRT during the menopause.
There are other medicine leaflets available which will give you more information about medroxyprogesterone when it is used for these reasons. See the separate leaflets called Medroxyprogesterone injection for contraception and Oestrogen and progestogen for HRT.
Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine can only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start taking medroxyprogesterone tablets, it is important that your doctor knows:. Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them.
The table below contains some of the ones associated with medroxyprogesterone tablets. There is no evidence to suggest that this has any harmful effects on a nursing infant, but you should check with your doctor before taking Provera if you are breastfeeding.
The Provera dosage and how long to take it for depends on what you're taking it for. Always follow the instructions given by your doctor. The usual dose is 2. Day 1 is the first day of your period. A few days after you stop taking the tablets you should get your period. You take Provera in this way for two menstrual cycles and after this regular periods should return. Your doctor will calculate when this should be.
You take Provera in this way for three menstrual cycles. At the end of the treatment regular periods should return. You take one Provera 10mg tablet three times a day for 90 days, starting on the first day of your period. If you forget to take your Provera dose at your usual time take it as soon as you remember, unless it's nearly time for your next dose.
In this case just leave out the missed dose and take your next dose as usual when it is due. Don't take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Medicines and their possible side effects can affect people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that may be associated with Provera tablets.
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