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Medroxyprogesterone Tablets contain medroxyprogesterone acetate, a synthetic progestogen that works in a similar way to the natural hormone progesterone. They are prescribed for several conditions affecting the menstrual cycle, including heavy, painful, irregular or absent periods and mild to moderate endometriosis. They may also be prescribed off-label to delay a period.
| Medication Name | Medroxyprogesterone Tablets |
| Medication Form | Oral tablet |
| Used for | Period delay (off-label), heavy periods, painful periods, irregular periods, absence of periods, mild to moderate endometriosis |
| Who can use | Adult women (aged 18 years and over) |
| Active Ingredient(s) | Medroxyprogesterone acetate 10mg |
| Usual Dose | Varies by condition; as directed by your doctor |
| Common Side Effects | Headache, nausea, unexpected vaginal bleeding or spotting, breast tenderness, weight increase |
| Prescription Required | Yes |
| Patient Information Leaflet | Medroxyprogesterone Tablets Patient Information Leaflet |
Medroxyprogesterone tablets are prescribed for several menstrual and hormonal conditions.
They can help regulate the menstrual cycle and reduce heavy or painful bleeding. They’re also used when periods stop altogether or become unpredictably frequent.
They’re also used to treat mild to moderate endometriosis, a condition where tissue similar to the womb lining grows outside the womb, causing pain and discomfort.
Although it’s not licensed, medroxyprogesterone is sometimes prescribed off-label to delay your period. This is typically for women who can’t take norethisterone. Your doctor will advise on the appropriate dose and timing.
Medroxyprogesterone acetate is a synthetic progestogen, a hormone that mimics the action of progesterone, one of the natural female sex hormones your body produces.
Progesterone plays a central part in regulating your menstrual cycle. It helps control the build-up and shedding of the womb lining each month. When progesterone levels drop at the end of your cycle, your period begins.
By taking the tablets at a specific point in your cycle, you can artificially maintain progesterone levels and delay the drop that triggers your period. This is how it works to delay periods.
For heavy or irregular periods, medroxyprogesterone helps regulate the hormonal signals that control the menstrual cycle, resulting in more predictable and manageable bleeding.
In endometriosis, the sustained progestogen effect suppresses the growth of endometrial tissue outside the womb, reducing pain and other symptoms.
Medroxyprogesterone tablets are suitable for adult women aged 18 and over. They’re prescribed for a range of menstrual conditions, as well as off-label for period delay in women who can’t take norethisterone.
Do not take this medicine if you:
Speak to your doctor before taking it if you have or have ever had any of the following:
Always take the tablets exactly as your doctor has told you. The dose and duration will depend on the condition being treated.
The usual off-label dose for period delay is 10mg three times a day, starting three days before your period’s due. Keep taking them for as long as you need to delay your period, and it’ll usually arrive two to three days after you stop. One pack of 30 tablets will delay your period by up to seven days, and your prescriber will confirm the right dose and timing for you.
The usual dose is 2.5mg to 10mg daily for 5 to 10 days, starting between day 16 and day 21 of your cycle. Treatment is typically given for 2 consecutive cycles. A few days after finishing the tablets, you may have bleeding similar to a period.
The usual dose is 2.5mg to 10mg daily for 5 to 10 days, starting on a day calculated to represent day 16 to day 21 of your cycle. This is repeated for 3 consecutive cycles.
The usual dose is 10mg tablets three times a day (30mg total) for 90 days, starting on the first day of your period. Some irregular spotting or bleeding during treatment is normal.
Like all medicines, these tablets can cause side effects, though not everyone gets them.
This may affect more than 1 in 10 people:
This may affect up to 1 in 10 people:
Stop taking medroxyprogesterone and seek immediate medical help if you experience any of the following:
Signs of a blood clot in the lungs:
Signs of a stroke:
Signs of a deep vein thrombosis (DVT):
Signs of a severe allergic reaction:
If you experience any side effects not listed here, speak to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme.
Active ingredient: Medroxyprogesterone acetate 10mg
Other ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, sucrose, maize starch, liquid paraffin, talc, calcium stearate, purified water
These tablets contain lactose monohydrate and sucrose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine. The 2.5mg tablets also contain sunset yellow (E110), which may cause allergic reactions in some people.
It depends on why you’re bleeding. For heavy periods, medroxyprogesterone can help reduce and regulate bleeding by stabilising the womb lining. However, some women experience unexpected spotting or breakthrough bleeding during treatment, particularly in the early stages. If you have concerns about bleeding while taking medroxyprogesterone, speak to your doctor.
Provera tablets are a branded version of medroxyprogesterone acetate. Both contain the same active ingredient and work in the same way. The difference is simply the manufacturer and brand name. Your doctor or pharmacist may prescribe either the branded or generic version, depending on availability.
It can be, yes. When periods have stopped (amenorrhoea), medroxyprogesterone is sometimes prescribed to trigger a withdrawal bleed. A few days after finishing the course of tablets, bleeding similar to a period usually follows. This is sometimes referred to as a “withdrawal bleed” rather than a true period.
After finishing a 5-day course, your medroxyprogesterone levels will drop. This drop in hormone levels signals the body to shed the uterine lining, which typically results in a withdrawal bleed within a few days. If you’ve taken it for period delay purposes, your period should arrive shortly after you stop. If no bleeding occurs after finishing a course, speak to your doctor.
Yes. It’s a prescription-only medicine, so you’ll need to complete a short online consultation first. Our pharmacists review your answers and, if it’s suitable for you, issue a private prescription and send your tablets by tracked delivery.
A pack of 30 x 10mg tablets costs £14.99 at Click2Pharmacy. That price includes your online consultation and private prescription, so there are no extra fees on top. Delivery options, including free delivery, are shown at checkout.
At the usual dose of three tablets a day, one pack of 30 will delay your period by up to seven days. Your period should start two to three days after your last tablet. If you need to delay it for longer, speak to our pharmacists before ordering.
Norethisterone is licensed for period delay and is usually tried first. Medroxyprogesterone is prescribed off-label instead, often for women with a higher risk of blood clots, since a small amount of norethisterone is converted into oestrogen in the body. Our pharmacists will recommend the right option based on your consultation answers
Page content authored by Amjad Khan, last reviewed by Mr Muhammad on 23rd October 2026.
