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Medroxyprogesterone Tablets contain medroxyprogesterone acetate, a synthetic progestogen that works in a similar way to the natural female hormone progesterone. This medicine is commonly prescribed to regulate the menstrual cycle and manage a range of period-related conditions.
Medroxyprogesterone Tablets are used to treat heavy, painful, irregular, or absent periods and may also be prescribed for mild to moderate endometriosis. By stabilising the lining of the womb, it helps control abnormal bleeding and supports predictable menstrual patterns.
This treatment is suitable for adult women and is supplied as oral tablets in different strengths, allowing dosing to be tailored to individual medical needs.
| Medication Name | Medroxyprogesterone Tablets |
| Active Ingredient | Medroxyprogesterone acetate |
| Other Ingredients | Lactose monohydrate, sucrose, maize starch, liquid paraffin, talc, calcium stearate, purified water, and colouring agents (strength dependent) |
| Medication Form | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | 10mg tablets |
| Used to Treat | Irregular, heavy or absent periods, period delay, and endometriosis |
| Who Can Use It | Adult women (as prescribed) |
| Prescription Required? | Yes – Prescription-only medicine |
| Patient Information Leaflet | Medroxyprogesterone Tablets – Patient Information Leaflet |
Medroxyprogesterone Tablets are prescribed to manage hormonal imbalances affecting the menstrual cycle. They are commonly used for period delay, heavy or irregular bleeding, absence of periods (amenorrhoea), and mild to moderate endometriosis.
This medicine is suitable for adult women when prescribed by a healthcare professional.
Do not take Medroxyprogesterone Tablets if you:
Speak to a doctor before use if you have:
Like all medicines, Medroxyprogesterone Tablets may cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.
Very common:
Common:
Stop taking this medicine and seek urgent medical help if you experience symptoms of a blood clot, severe allergic reaction, or sudden chest pain.
Page content authored by Amjad Khan, last reviewed by Mr Muhammad on 13th April 2026.
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