Drug reference
medroxyprogesterone
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Drug class
Endocrine (Progestin Preparations)
Mechanism of action
Progestin inhibits the secretion of gonadotropins, which primarily prevents follicular maturation and ovulation and causes thickening cervical mucus; these actions contribute to its contraceptive effects. Suppression of serum estradiol concentrations is likely to be responsible for the therapeutic effect on endometriosis-associated pain
Common side effects
- Injection site reactions
- Abdominal Pain
- Headache
- Dysfunctional uterine bleeding
- Amenorrhea
- Vaginitis
- Increased weight
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is medroxyprogesterone?
medroxyprogesterone belongs to: Endocrine.
How does medroxyprogesterone work?
Progestin inhibits the secretion of gonadotropins, which primarily prevents follicular maturation and ovulation and causes thickening cervical mucus; these actions contribute to its contraceptive effects. Suppression of serum estradiol concentrations is likely to be responsible for the therapeutic effect on endometriosis-associated pain
What are the common side effects of medroxyprogesterone?
Injection site reactions, Abdominal Pain, Headache, Dysfunctional uterine bleeding, Amenorrhea, Vaginitis, Increased weight
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