1,000.00 G

Provera is a hormonal medicine containing medroxyprogesterone, used to treat various gynecological disorders such as abnormal uterine bleeding, menstrual problems related to hormonal imbalance, endometriosis, menopause symptoms (in combination with estrogens) and certain hormone-dependent cancers, acting as a synthetic progestin. It is available on prescription, usually taken once a day, sometimes with food, and its dosage varies depending on the indication.

Description

Main uses

Hormonal imbalances: Regulates menstrual disorders.
Menopause: Relieves symptoms alongside estrogen treatment.
Endometriosis:
Treatment of symptoms
.

Cancers: Palliative treatment of certain hormone-dependent cancers (breast, endometrium).

Contraception: Although it is often Depo-Provera (injection), Provera can be used for specific needs.

Key points

Prescription required: This medicine requires a medical prescription.
Directions for use: Take as directed by the doctor, often with or after a meal.
Pregnancy: May be harmful to a developing baby; effective contraception is required during treatment.
Side effects: May cause insomnia and unusual vaginal bleeding; consult a healthcare professional if in doubt.
Do not confuse: Depo-Provera is a three-monthly injectable version, different from Provera tablets.