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Medroxyprogesterone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Medroxyprogesterone is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Medroxyprogesterone safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Medroxyprogesterone. If you are pregnant, do not take Medroxyprogesterone without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Medroxyprogesterone safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Medroxyprogesterone. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Medroxyprogesterone on the Kidneys?
Medroxyprogesterone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medroxyprogesterone on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Medroxyprogesterone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Medroxyprogesterone on the Heart?
Medroxyprogesterone may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Medroxyprogesterone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medroxyprogesterone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medroxyprogesterone habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Medroxyprogesterone is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Medroxyprogesterone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Medroxyprogesterone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Medroxyprogesterone in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Medroxyprogesterone
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Medroxyprogesterone and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medroxyprogesterone
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Medroxyprogesterone with alcohol will be.
Yes, Medroxyprogesterone can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Medroxyprogesterone along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Medroxyprogesterone is a brand name of medroxyprogesterone and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It belongs to the class of drug known as progestins. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding), secondary amenorrhoea (absence of periods over the duration of three months or more), and endometrial hyperplasia (overgrown lining of the uterus). It is also used for contraception (a method of birth control) and off-label for the treatment of paraphilia (abnormal sexual behavior).
Yes, Medroxyprogesterone is used as a contraceptive (birth control method). For contraception one injection of Medroxyprogesterone is given over the duration of 3 months, a total of 4 injections are given throughout the year for effective contraception. The fertility is restored normally after 10 months following the last injection of this drug on an average basis.
No, Medroxyprogesterone does not protect you from STDs (sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV AIDS). However, it is presumed that it might help in preventing pelvic inflammatory disease by causing thickening of cervical mucus and preventing the penetration of STDs microorganisms into the body from the reproductive system. You are advised to use a barrier method of contraception such as male condom and female condom for protection from STDs.
Yes, Medroxyprogesterone can cause acne, but it occurs in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience severe acne after taking this medicine then discuss with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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