Provera Tablets - 10mg
Available in multiple pack sizes
What are Provera Tablets?
Provera Tablets contain the active ingredient medroxyprogesterone acetate, which is one of a group of medicines called ‘progestogens’. Progestogens are similar to the natural female hormone, progesterone. Provera Tablets have several uses, from taking them to treat or manage heavy, painful, irregular and frequent periods, absent periods and mild to moderate endometriosis (where tissue from your womb is found outside your womb).
How to use this product
Always take Provera Tablets exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. The number of tablets you take will depend on the condition you are being treated for. If you’re taking Provera for heavy or irregular bleeding and other period problems, take 2.5mg-10mg for 5-10 days beginning 16 days to 21 days after your last period began. Treatment should be given for 2 consecutive cycles. A few days after you stop taking the tablets you may have bleeding like a period (breakthrough bleeding).
If you’re taking Provera when you have amenorrhoea (when you are not having periods), you will usually take 2.5mg-10mg for 5-10 days beginning on a day which has been calculated or assumed to represent Day 16 to Day 21 of your menstrual cycle. Repeat the treatment for 3 consecutive cycles. A few days after you stop taking the tablets, you may have bleeding like a period (breakthrough bleeding).
If you’re taking Provera for endometriosis (where tissue from your womb is found outside your womb) You will usually take 10mg 3 times a day (30mg) for 3 months (90 days) starting on the first day of your period. If you have any irregular spotting or bleeding during treatment this is normal and nothing to worry about.
What is endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a condition where the lining of the womb begins to grow outside, in places such as the fallopian tubes and ovaries. It can affect women of any age and may have a significant impact on your life.
You might experience symptoms such as pelvic pain, severe period pain that affects your daily life, pain during sex and going to the bathroom, experiencing nausea and diarrhoea, and difficulty getting pregnant.
Are Provera Tablets suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women?
Provera Tablets must not be taken if you are pregnant as hormonal medicines (like Provera) can affect the developing baby. It’s important you use another method of contraception (e.g. a condom) while taking Provera, as it’s not a contraceptive.
When should this product not be used?
Provera Tablets may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to medroxyprogesterone acetate, other similar hormone medicines, or any of the other listed ingredients. Do not take these tablets if you have any of the following:
- Have or have had breast cancer
- Have or have had blood clots forming in your veins (venous thrombosis) or arteries (arterial thrombosis)
- Have liver problems
- Have porphyria where your body lacks the ability to correctly produce certain enzymes and it manifests with either neurological complications or with skin problems (or occasionally both)
Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if you have any of the following:
- Epilepsy
- Migraine headaches
- Asthma
- Heart problems
- Kidney problems
- Diabetes
- Depression or a history of depression
- High blood pressure
- Liver problems
- Gallstones
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
- Hearing problems
Are there any side effects?
Like all medicines, Provera Tablets may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.
There is an increased risk of blood clots in the veins (venous thromboembolism (VTE)) or blood clots in the arteries (arterial thromboembolism (ATE)) for all women using hormonal medication.
Common side effects include:
- Headaches
- Feeling sick
- Unexpected or unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting
- Depression
- Difficulty sleeping
- Nervousness
- Dizziness
- Hair loss
- Acne
- Nettle rash or hives
- Itchy skin
- Vaginal discharge
- Breast pain or tenderness
- Fever
- Tiredness
- Weight increase
For more information on potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Storage information
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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