MARKETING POINTS
- Start 3 days before expected period.
- Delays by up to 17 days
- Period within 2-3 days of stopping
More information on Provera
ABOUT PROVERA
WHAT IS PROVERA?
- Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is an artificially made progestogen hormone; a hormone primarily part of the female reproductive system.
- Provera keeps progesterone in high levels, stopping pregnancy and delaying one’s period willfully.
- Provera usually starts working within 2-3 days.
- Comes as a 10mg tablet and sometimes as a 150mg in 1mL injection (DEPO-PROVERA) used for a different purpose – birth control.
- Provera is primarily used for other conditions such as treatment of various reproductive diseases – menopausal symptoms, endometriosis, no periods and even some cancers.
WHO IS PROVERA SUITABLE FOR?
Do NOT take Provera
- Acute porphyria; a rare blood disorder
- Active breast cancer (unless part of treatment regime)
- Vaginal bleeding of unknown cause
- History of blood clots that caused a blockage of a blood vessel
- If pregnant
USE WITHIN CAUTION – may need further questioning before use
- Heart problems including history of stroke or mini-stroke
- Risk of blood clots
- Diabetes – monitor closely (blood sugar may raise)
- Conditions made worse by fluid retention
- History of breast cancer – consult specialist before commencing
- High blood pressure – ensure it is under control
- Liver tumour – seek specialist advice before use
- Migraine history
- Lupus
- Presence of antiphospholipid antibodies in blood (positive test)
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- History of severe mood disorders including depression
- Breastfeeding – unlikely to cause harm but manufacturers recommend leaving the first dose until infant is at least 6 weeks old. Benefits likely outweigh risks.
ALTERNATIVES TO PROVERA (FOR PERIOD DELAY)
- Norethisterone (Primolut N)
HOW TO TAKE PROVERA
- 1 tablet Three times a day
SIDE EFFECTS
Common
- Sudden weight changes
- Increased appetite
- Mood changes including depression and anxiety
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
- Sickness
- Fluid retention
- Tremor (shaking)
Rare but serious – see doctor immediately
- General unwellness
- Yellowing of whites of eyes and skin – jaundice – sign of liver problems
Seek immediate emergency attention if:
- Stroke – caused by blockage of blood vessel leading to brain
- Heart attack
OTHER WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
- Use within caution if there is kidney or liver impairment. Avoid altogether in short-term flare ups on impairments or sudden severe impairment.
- May delay return of fertility and irregulate cycles. This could go on for a while but is very unlikely to be permanent.
INRGREDIENTS
Lactose
Sucrose
Maize starch
Liquid Paraffin
Talc
Calcium Stearate
Purified Water
SOURCES:
Shobz Pharmacy 