Table of contents:
- Use
- What is the drug Provera used for?
- What are the rules for using Provera?
- How do I save Provera?
- Dose
- What is the dosage for Provera for adults?
- What is the dosage of Provera for children?
- In what dosages and preparations is Provera available?
- Side effects
- What are the possible side effects of Provera?
- Precautions & Warnings
- What should be known before using Provera?
- Is Proven safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Interaction
- What medicines should not be taken with Provera?
- What foods and drinks should not be consumed while using Provera?
- Are there certain health conditions that Provera should avoid?
- Overdose
- What to do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
Use
What is the drug Provera used for?
Provera is a hormonal contraceptive containing the active ingredient medroxyprogesterone, an artificial progestin hormone. This drug can be used to treat a number of conditions such as irregular menstruation or abnormal uterine bleeding.
This medication can also be combined with estrogen therapy to relieve menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes. Hot flashes themselves are a hot sensation in the body that often occurs suddenly.
In certain cases, this drug may also be used to lower the risk of uterine cancer.
This drug is a strong drug so its use must be closely monitored by a doctor.
What are the rules for using Provera?
Take medication as prescribed by your doctor or listed on the product packaging label. Don't hesitate to ask your pharmacist or doctor directly if you don't really understand the rules for using this drug.
This medicine can be used before or after a meal. Ask your doctor when is the best time to take it and how long you should use it.
Make sure you take this medication according to the recommended dosage. Do not add or reduce doses of the drug as this can affect how it works in the body. The dosage of the drug may vary from person to person. That is why, do not give this medicine to other people even though they have symptoms similar to yours.
Use this remedy regularly for optimal benefits. So that you don't forget, take this medicine at the same time every day.
Immediately go to the doctor if your condition does not improve or gets worse. If needed, the doctor can change the drug and prescribe another one that is more suitable for your condition.
How do I save Provera?
Provera should be stored at room temperature. Keep away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it.
Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed.
Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Dose
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dosage for Provera for adults?
Drug dosages range from 200 to 400 milligrams (mg) per day. The dosage can also be increased from 400 to 800 mg per day.
Actually, everyone will probably get a different dose. Dosage is usually given based on age, health condition, and patient response to treatment.
Be sure to always consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking any type of medication. This is to ensure that you are taking the drug according to the recommended dosage.
Your doctor may change the dose of your medication to make sure you are getting the right dose. You still have to take the medicine as prescribed even though the doctor changes the dose of the drug several times.
Make sure not to take more or less of the drug than recommended. Apart from decreasing the effectiveness of the drug, it can also increase the side effects.
What is the dosage of Provera for children?
There is no definite dosage requirement for children. The dosage of drugs for children is usually adjusted according to their weight, health condition, and their response to treatment.
This drug can be dangerous for children if used improperly. Therefore, consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
In what dosages and preparations is Provera available?
This drug is available in tablet form with strengths of 5 mg, 10 mg, and 100 mg.
Side effects
What are the possible side effects of Provera?
Just like other drugs, this drug also has the potential to cause side effects from mild to severe. Some of the most common side effects that people complain about include:
- Nausea
- Dizzy
- Sleepy
- Bloated
- Mild headaches
- The body is weak and not strong
- Red rash on the skin
- Pimples appear
- Menstrual cycle changes
- Muscle and joint pain
- Pain in the breast
- Erratic mood swings such as irritability
Not everyone experiences side effects when using this drug. There may also be some side effects not mentioned above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions & Warnings
What should be known before using Provera?
Before using this medication, you should tell your doctor if:
- You have an allergy to Medroxyprogesterone or other hormonal contraceptives.
- You have a history of chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, blood clotting disorders, heart failure, kidney disease, or liver disease.
- You have or have had breast and uterine cancer.
- You have had or have had a miscarriage and had an abortion.
- You are currently or will regularly take prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, or herbal medicines.
- You are pregnant and breastfeeding.
It's also important to know that this drug can cause dizziness and lightheadedness. Therefore, avoid driving or operating large machinery until the effects of the drug are completely gone. You should also be careful when getting up from lying down or sitting down. Place your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.
Is Proven safe for pregnant and lactating women?
The safety of this medicine for pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and babies is still unknown. Because, there is no research that actually proves that this drug is safe for these various conditions. Therefore, always consult your doctor or midwife before using any medicine. Especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category X according to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), or the equivalent of the Food and Drug Administration (BPOM) in Indonesia.
The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
- A = Not at risk
- B = No risk in several studies
- C = Maybe risky
- D = There is positive evidence of risk
- X = Contraindicated
- N = Unknown
Because this drug is in category X, you should avoid taking this drug if you are pregnant. If you have recently become pregnant, stop taking it immediately and tell your doctor right away. Therefore, this drug can cause birth defects in the fetus.
Meanwhile, for nursing mothers, this drug can pass into breast milk so that it can harm babies who are actively breastfeeding. To avoid various negative possibilities, do not take this medicine carelessly or without the doctor's permission.
Interaction
What medicines should not be taken with Provera?
Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document.
Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.
What foods and drinks should not be consumed while using Provera?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur.
Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your doctor.
Are there certain health conditions that Provera should avoid?
A number of medical conditions that may interact with the drug Provera include:
- Abnormal uterine bleeding
- Breast cancer
- Cervical cancer
- Stroke
- Diabetes mellitus
- Severe congenital heart failure
- Kidney illness
- Liver disease, including cirrhosis
- High cholesterol
- Low calcium levels in the blood
- Asthma
- Epilepsy
Overdose
What to do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the emergency medical services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
When someone has an overdose, they will usually experience typical symptoms such as:
- Too low blood pressure (hypotension) which makes the head dizzy
- Fainting
- Fast and irregular heartbeat
- Slower than normal heart rate
What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if you just remember when it's time for the next dose, just ignore the missed dose, and continue taking it as scheduled. Do not use this medication in double doses.
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