Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
Indications
- Dysfunctional uterine bleeding
- Secondary amenorrhoea
- Mild to moderate endometriosis
- Progestogenic opposition of oestrogen HRT
- Endometrial cancer, Renal cell cancer
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Drug Interactions
6 drug interactions identified for Medroxyprogesterone Acetate. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
acetate General cautions: Cardiac dysfunction; conditions that may worsen with fluid retention; diabetes (progestogens can decrease glucose tolerance—monitor patient closely); history of breast cancer...
Side Effects
acetate General side-effects: Common or very common Alopecia; breast abnormalities; depression; dizziness; fluid retention; insomnia; menstrual cycle irregularities; nausea; sexual dysfunction; skin r...
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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset
Last reviewed: 2026
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