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Provera

Provera

Medroxyprogesterone Acetate

Medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets for missed periods and irregular bleeding. They are a synthetic progesterone that stabilises the uterine lining.

Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
2.5mg · 5mg · 10mg

Provera is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

No prescription needed: we place your order for Provera on your behalf.

Provera details

Alternative names
medroxyprogesterone
Therapeutic class
Progestogen
Pharmacological class
Progesterone Derivative
Minor side effects
weight changes; headache; breast tenderness
Moderate side effects
fluid retention; mood changes; irregular cycle bleeding
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Originator
Pfizer
Onset Time
2–4 days
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Rifampin; Ketoconazole
Age restrictions
Approved for adult females.
Contraindications

history of deep vein thrombosis; breast cancer; unexplained vaginal bleeding; pregnancy

Serious side effects

deep vein thrombosis, requires immediate medical attention; pulmonary embolism, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets for missed periods and irregular bleeding. They are a synthetic progesterone that stabilises the uterine lining.

Mechanism of action

Inhibits pituitary gonadotropin release, preventing follicular maturation and stabilising the endometrial tissue matrix.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Highly contraindicated. Avoid during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low amounts.

What you will receive

Provera names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

  • A generic containing Medroxyprogesterone Acetate at the strength you pick.
  • Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
  • Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.

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