Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
Provera is the only medroxyprogesterone acetate product listed, in 2.5 mg, 5 mg and 10 mg tablets for Secondary Amenorrhoea and Abnormal Uterine Bleeding.
Medicine containing Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
Key points
- Medroxyprogesterone is a progestin that mimics progesterone’s actions on the uterus, and may reduce the risk of uterine cancer in women taking estrogen.
- It is contraindicated in pregnancy and must never be used to test for pregnancy or prevent miscarriage, as it may harm the fetus.
- Provera is the brand-name version of medroxyprogesterone acetate, also indicated for preventing overgrowth of the uterine lining.
How does Medroxyprogesterone Acetate work?
Medroxyprogesterone acts on the uterus by stopping the growth of its lining and prompting the organ to produce certain hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle. Because it mimics progesterone, it can stabilise a lining that has become too thick or irregular. It carries negligible male-hormone or estrogen-like activity, so it does not add hormonal signals beyond what progesterone provides. At oral doses it may inhibit ovulation.
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FAQ
Which medroxyprogesterone acetate products does Direct Meds sell?
On Direct Meds, medroxyprogesterone acetate comes as Provera. Compare their forms, strengths and packs.
How is medroxyprogesterone acetate priced?
Compare the price of each product, strength and pack above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Do I need a prescription for medroxyprogesterone acetate in South Africa?
No, not online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order medroxyprogesterone acetate. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy medroxyprogesterone acetate in South Africa?
On Direct Meds: choose the product, strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
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