Description

MEDROXYPROGESTERONE is a female hormone known as progestin (a form of progesterone) that regulates ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). It treats the absence of menstrual periods (amenorrhea) and abnormal uterine bleeding. Besides this, it also prevents endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the uterine lining with the risk of cancer) and overgrowth in the lining of the uterus in postmenopausal women who are receiving estrogen hormone replacement therapy.

MEDROXYPROGESTERONE contains medroxyprogesterone. MEDROXYPROGESTERONE works by replacing the normal hormone medroxyprogesterone functions in the body and treating associated symptoms.

Your doctor will advise your dose and how often you need to take this medication based on your medical condition. You may sometimes have breast tenderness, swelling in other body parts, headaches, migraines, mood swings, depression, acne, tummy (abdominal) pain, back pain, and vaginal bleeding. Most of these side effects of MEDROXYPROGESTERONE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Using MEDROXYPROGESTERONE may increase the risk of blood clots. Make sure that before taking this medicine, you inform your doctor if you have or have had breast cancer, unusual bleeding in the vagina, liver disease, or any other health problems. If you are taking any other medicine or are allergic to any medication, please inform your doctor. Avoid smoking and alcohol to prevent any kind of unpleasant side-effect. MEDROXYPROGESTERONE should not be used in heart disease or dementia patients because this medicine may increase your risk of developing these conditions.

Uses of MEDROXYPROGESTERONE

Amenorrhea (absence of menstruation), Uterine bleeding, Endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of uterus)

Medicinal Benefits

MEDROXYPROGESTERONE is a female hormone that regulates ovulation and menstruation in women. MEDROXYPROGESTERONE helps in initiating the menses cycle (periods) in women who have not yet reached menopause. Besides this, it prevents overgrowth of the uterus in postmenopausal women who take estrogen as hormone replacement therapy (HRT). MEDROXYPROGESTERONE is used to prevent thickening of the uterine lining in postmenopausal women receiving estrogens who have not removed their uterus through surgery. It also helps treat amenorrhea (cessation or irregular menses cycle for more than three months). It is also given in combination with estrogens as part of menopausal replacement therapy. The injection form of MEDROXYPROGESTERONE is prescribed for treating abnormal uterine bleeding along with irregular or ceased menstrual cycles. The intravaginal gel form of MEDROXYPROGESTERONE assists in reproductive technology for infertile women with progesterone deficiency or irregular or ceased menstrual cycle. The vaginal insert form of MEDROXYPROGESTERONE supports early pregnancy and implantation of an embryo in the uterus. Off-label use of MEDROXYPROGESTERONE helps in reducing the risk of preterm birth.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of MEDROXYPROGESTERONE

• Headache
• Breast pain
• Irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting
• Stomach/abdominal cramps
• Bloating
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Hair loss
• Fluid retention
• Vaginal yeast infection