Introduction

Medroxy 10 similar to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It helps in regulating the periods, stop irregular bleeding, and for withdrawal bleeding in case of amenorrhea (unusual stopping of menstrual periods). Medroxy 10 should be taken as your doctor's advice. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You may take it with or without food but better to take it at a fixed time. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, abdominal pain, weakness, and dizziness. If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It may also cause irregular periods, bleeding or spotting in between menstrual periods. Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently. Before taking this medicine you must let your doctor know if you ever had any problems like bleeding, or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medicine.

Uses of Medroxy 10

• Abnormal uterine bleeding
• Amenorrhea

Side effects of Medroxy 10

• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Weakness
• Dizziness
• Irregular menstrual cycle
• Nervousness

How to use Medroxy 10

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. Medroxy 10 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medroxy 10 works

Medroxy 10 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).