Medroxyprogesterone (brand name Provera) has many side effects that you have listed, and I'm wondering if you've considered your symptoms being from the drug, and not from a possible pregnancy?
It is important to read the patient information brochure that comes with this prescription, as it is important to prevent pregnancy while using Provera, as it may cause harm to the fetus. Did your doctor or pharmacist explain to you, that it is important to use condoms while taking this medication?
Please read the information provided to you with your prescription, and you can review this information from MedlinePlus (part of the National Institutes of Health) regarding the Drug Information for Medroxyprogesterone:
"Medroxyprogesterone may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
* breasts that are tender or produce a liquid
* changes in menstrual flow
* irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting
* acne
* growth of hair on face
* loss of hair on scalp
* difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
* drowsiness
* upset stomach
* weight gain or loss
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:
* pain, swelling, warmth, redness, or tenderness in one leg only
* slow or difficult speech
* dizziness or faintness
* weakness or numbness of an arm or leg
* shortness of breath
* coughing up blood
* sudden sharp or crushing chest pain
* fast or pounding heartbeat
* sudden vision changes or loss of vision
* double vision
* blurred vision
* bulging eyes
* missed periods
* depression
* yellowing of the skin or eyes
* fever
* hives
* skin rash
* itching
* difficulty breathing or swallowing
* swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs"
What instructions did your doctor provide to you? S/he should have explained the process, what s/he hopes to gain from treatment, and what you should expect. If s/he did not, please call your doctor's office and speak with a nurse, who can provide you with the information you need to know about your next steps.
Let us know what information you find out, and if you have any follow-up questions. Your nurses will not be able to tell you when your next period should begin, since you had an irregular previous cycle, and the progesterone you took will change/alter your cycle also.
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Medroxyprogesterone (brand name Provera) has many side effects that you have listed, and I'm wondering if you've considered your symptoms being from the drug, and not from a possible pregnancy?
It is important to read the patient information brochure that comes with this prescription, as it is important to prevent pregnancy while using Provera, as it may cause harm to the fetus. Did your doctor or pharmacist explain to you, that it is important to use condoms while taking this medication?
Please read the information provided to you with your prescription, and you can review this information from MedlinePlus (part of the National Institutes of Health) regarding the Drug Information for Medroxyprogesterone:
"Medroxyprogesterone may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
* breasts that are tender or produce a liquid
* changes in menstrual flow
* irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting
* acne
* growth of hair on face
* loss of hair on scalp
* difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
* drowsiness
* upset stomach
* weight gain or loss
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:
* pain, swelling, warmth, redness, or tenderness in one leg only
* slow or difficult speech
* dizziness or faintness
* weakness or numbness of an arm or leg
* shortness of breath
* coughing up blood
* sudden sharp or crushing chest pain
* fast or pounding heartbeat
* sudden vision changes or loss of vision
* double vision
* blurred vision
* bulging eyes
* missed periods
* depression
* yellowing of the skin or eyes
* fever
* hives
* skin rash
* itching
* difficulty breathing or swallowing
* swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs"
What instructions did your doctor provide to you? S/he should have explained the process, what s/he hopes to gain from treatment, and what you should expect. If s/he did not, please call your doctor's office and speak with a nurse, who can provide you with the information you need to know about your next steps.
Let us know what information you find out, and if you have any follow-up questions. Your nurses will not be able to tell you when your next period should begin, since you had an irregular previous cycle, and the progesterone you took will change/alter your cycle also.
Keep us updated!
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