Provera 5 mg Tablets
MEDICINE : Provera 5mg Tablets
MANUFACTURED BY : Pfizer
PRICE : ₹37.63 Per 10 Tablets
CONTAINS : Medroxyprogesterone acetate (5mg)
DESCRIPTION :
Provera 5mg Tablet is similar to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It regulates periods, stops irregular bleeding, and helps with withdrawal bleeding in cases of amenorrhea (unusual stopping of menstrual periods).
USES :
Abnormal vaginal bleeding, also called as uterine bleeding, is different from normal menstrual periods.
Causes and Risk Factors
Common causes are:
1. Uterine fibroids or polyps
2. Hormone problems
3. Thyroid problems
4. Hormone pills, such as birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy (menopausal hormone therapy)
5. Cancer of the cervix, ovaries, uterus, or vagina
6. During pregnancy, abnormal bleeding may occur due to several different causes
Investigations
You may be recommended to get physical tests done. These include:
1. Pelvic examination
2. Blood tests
3. Imaging tests
Treatment
Treatment includes:
1. Treating the cause of bleeding
2. Administration of hormones such as estrogen, progestins, and desmopressin
3. Surgery is recommended for those patients, for whom medications may fail. Surgical treatment includes,
(a) Hysterectomy
(b) Endometrial ablation
AMENORRHEA :
Amenorrhea is absence of menses in women. It can be primary (if menses have never occurred) or secondary (if menses do not occur for 3 to 6 months in a woman who was earlier menstruating).
Causes and Risk Factors
If a girl reaches 16 years of age and has not begun her periods, it is called primary amenorrhea. It can be caused by a deficiency in sex hormones due to:
1. Chromosomal disorders such as Turner syndrome
2. Structural abnormalities of the reproductive organs such as uterus, cervix, and vagina
3. Problems with the pituitary gland that makes hormones, such as a tumor
If a woman who was having periods earlier misses them three times in a row, it is called secondary amenorrhea. It can be due to:
1. Pregnancy
2. Menopause
3. Breastfeeding
4. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
5. Hypothyroidism
Other causes of amenorrhea may include:
1. Too much exercise
2. Malnutrition and eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa
3. Stress
4. Surgical removal of ovaries
5. Medications such as those for depression, blood pressure, or use of illicit drugs
6. Use of some contraceptives (IUDs)
7. Chemotherapy
8. Obesity, diabetes mellitus, celiac disease, sickle cell disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and cystic fibrosis
Signs and Symptoms
Apart from absence of menses, other symptoms may include:
1. Fever
2. Acne
3. Headache
4. Changes in vision or sense of smell
5. Changes in hair or nails
6. Pain or other problems in the joints, muscles, limbs, etc.
7. Vaginal dryness
8. Hot flushes
9. Inability to sleep
10. Night sweats
Investigations
The doctor would take complete medical and family history. Investigations that may be performed are:
1. Physical examination to evaluate growth, body mass index (BMI), hair loss and excess facial hair, acne, and sexual maturity (development of breast, pubic, and axillary hair)
2. Blood test for complete blood count (CBC), prolactin, TSH, FSH, and testosterone
3. Urine test for pregnancy [human chorionic gonadotropin (hcg)]
4. Pelvic ultrasound to evaluate structural abnormalities
5. Chromosomal study (karyotyping)
6. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of reproductive organs
Treatment
The treatment will depend on the cause of amenorrhea.
1. Chemotherapy or surgery may be required if amenorrhea is caused by a tumor.
2. If amenorrhea is caused by a disease such as diabetes, celiac disease, etc. treating the disease would restore normal periods.
3. Hormone replacement therapy may be required in females who have problems with the ovary.
4. Improving weight and nutrition may be recommended in females with eating disorders or malnutrition.
5. Oral contraceptive pills may be given for females with PCOS. Drugs like metformin and spironolactone may also be recommended.
6. Hormone progesterone (medroxyprogesterone) may be given periodically in women who have normal estrogen levels.
Complications and When Should You See a Doctor
Depending on what causes amenorrhea, it may lead to infertility if untreated. Low estrogen levels are also associated with weakening of bones. See a doctor if puberty does not begin by 13 years of age or if it begins, but does not progress further.
Prognosis and Prevention
The prognosis will depend on the cause of amenorrhea.
Amenorrhea due to genetic disorders or birth defects cannot be prevented. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle by having proper nutrition and keeping a healthy weight may help reduce the risk of amenorrhea due to nutritional disorders.
BENEFITS OF PROVERA TABLETS :
In Abnormal uterine bleeding
Provera 5mg Tablet is a synthetic progestin that replicates the effect of a natural female hormone called progesterone. It slows the growth of the lining of the womb before menstruation, which reduces the bleeding during menstruation. If heavy periods become such a problem that they interfere with your everyday life, then try taking things a little easier on those days. Some women find that relaxation techniques or yoga help them feel more relaxed and reduce stress. Getting a lot of exercise can also help.
In Amenorrhea
Provera 5mg Tablet contains progesterone, a female hormone that is important in the regulation of ovulation and menstruation. It is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. Avoid any stress and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully. Improving weight and nutrition may be recommended in females with eating disorders or malnutrition to get maximum benefit from Provera 5mg Tablet.
SIDE EFFECTS :
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Provera :
Headache
Abdominal pain
Weakness
Dizziness
Irregular menstrual cycle
Nervousness
HOW TO USE :
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Provera 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
This medicine is recommended to use above 15 years age only. Daily 1 or 2 Tablets after meals or as directed by the physician.
HOW LONG TO USE :
For 10 Days Or As Directed by the physician
HOW IT'S WORKS :
Provera 5mg Tablet is a progestin (female hormone). It works by replacing the natural progesterone hormone that the body is unable to make. This treats painful, irregular or absent menstrual periods. It also prevents an overgrowth of the lining of the uterus in menopausal women taking oestrogen (another female hormone).
WARNING/PRECAUTIONS :
This medicine is not recommended to use for pregnants
But these Tablets safe to use for Breastfeeding mothers
Not recommend for liver and kidney Disease patients
PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED!
USE THIS TABLETS AFTER CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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