Some people experience lighter periods than usual when taking this medication
FAQ What is Provera? Provera is a form of progesterone (a hormone) that is used to treat conditions such as absent or irregular menstrual periods, or abnormal
For the treatment of stopped menstrual periods (amenorrhea) and abnormal bleeding from the uterus, take this drug usually once daily for 5 to 10 days during the second half of the planned menstrual Medroxyprogesterone (Provera) treats conditions such as absent or irregular menstrual periods, or abnormal uterine bleeding
Your doctor can recommend the
You'll usually take it for 2 or 3 cycles, starting 16 to 21 days after the start of your last period
Depo-Provera, commonly referred to as the birth control shot, is the brand name of the medication depot medroxyprogesterone acetate, or DMPA for short
"Typically, Provera is used for short periods of time in specific situations (for example, to bring on a period) and is rarely used continuously by people trying to
A 28-day cycle may be the “average,” but
You can’t delay periods naturally, and there’s no evidence that eating certain foods can stop your period from coming
The shot needs to be Possible side effects can include breakthrough bleeding or spotting, changes in weight, acne, breast enlargement, feeling bloated, headache/migraines, and nausea or vomiting
As a medical condition, it manifests as increased blood loss and pain, decreased sexual desire and fertility, and increased cost due to non-routine follow-up and treatment []
severe, sudden headache
An average period can last from 2 to 7 days, although some Other possible side effects include nausea, weight gain, headaches, sore breasts, or depression
625 mg conjugated estrogens, either beginning on the 1st day of the cycle or the 16th day of the cycle
However, it’s important to talk with your If you receive your first depo shot during one of the first five days of your period, then Depo-Provera will begin to work immediately (meaning, you are protected against getting pregnant)
With typical use, only three out of every 100 women who use Depo-Provera will become pregnant
This medicine may be used by teenage females, but is not intended for use before the start of menstruation
When there’s no egg in the tube, pregnancy can’t happen
Pregnancy loss
Your period should start around 3 days after you take your last tablet
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Some women report feeling anxious and depressed while using Depo-Provera
You and your healthcare provider should talk regularly (every 3 to 6 months) about the dose you are taking and whether you still need treatment with Provera
Depo-Provera (Depo shot or DMPA) is a type of injectable birth control typically administered every three months
Signs of pregnancy after Depo-Provera ( medroxyprogesterone ) may include missed period, nausea, breast tenderness, and more
Low doses are used to prevent pregnancy, or as hormone replacement therapy (HRT)