Review the side-effects of Medroxyprogesterone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Body as a Whole - Headache, abdominal pain/discomfort, fatigue, backache, painful menstruation and hot flashes.
Metabolic - Increased weight.
Central Nervous System - Nervousness, dizziness, decreased libdio, paralysis, facial palsy, tingling and drowsiness.
Genitourinary - Menstrual irregularities, excess bleeding, breast cancer, unexpected pregnancy, vaginal cyst, infections, increased sexual activity and absence of menstrual cycle.
Heart - Fainting, fast heart rate, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolus and varicose veins.
Gastrointestinal - Changes in appetite, jaundice, excessive thirst and rectal bleeding.
Blood - Anemia and blood disorders.
Musculoskeletal - Joint inflammation.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and asthma.
Skin - Excessive sweating, body odor and dry skin.
Amen, Curretab, Cycrin, Prodroxy, Provera
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Body as a Whole - Headache, abdominal pain/discomfort, fatigue, backache, painful menstruation and hot flashes.
Metabolic - Increased weight.
Central Nervous System - Nervousness, dizziness, decreased libdio, paralysis, facial palsy, tingling and drowsiness.
Genitourinary - Menstrual irregularities, excess bleeding, breast cancer, unexpected pregnancy, vaginal cyst, infections, increased sexual activity and absence of menstrual cycle.
Heart - Fainting, fast heart rate, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolus and varicose veins.
Gastrointestinal - Changes in appetite, jaundice, excessive thirst and rectal bleeding.
Blood - Anemia and blood disorders.
Musculoskeletal - Joint inflammation.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and asthma.
Skin - Excessive sweating, body odor and dry skin.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Medroxyprogesterone
Medroxyprogesterone(Amen) generic is a progestin hormone, prescribed for menstrual problems, breast cancer and prevention of pregnancy. It stops the growth of the lining of the uterus and induces the uterus to produce certain hormones.Trade Names for Medroxyprogesterone
India :
Megestone |
Remens (2 ml) |
Topnid -N |
Topnid -N (200 mg) |
ETS |
Premelle (5 mg) |
Regeeva (100 mg) |
Sanigst |
Sanigst (500 mg) |
Tab Litmus |
Farlutal |
Farlutal (5 mg) |
Empeea |
Modus |
Regeeva |
Dub |
Deviry |
Parlutal |
Meprate |
Litmus - 10
International :
Amen, Curretab, Cycrin, Prodroxy, Provera
