Provera 5mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: April 17th, 2026

Provera 5mg Tablet is a product of Pfizer Ltd

Composition: Medroxyprogesterone acetate (5mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Provera 5mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Provera 5mg Tablet

Description:

Provera 5mg Tablet is similar to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It helps regulate abnormal uterine bleeding, induces withdrawal bleeding in cases of amenorrhea (the absence of menstrual periods), and may also be used to treat endometriosis.

Provera 5mg Tablet 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, breast pain, nausea and vomiting, hair loss, and vaginal infection. If any of these bother 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.

Earlier taking this medicine, you must let your doctor know if you have 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. Do not take Provera 5mg Tablet if you currently have or have had cancer.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Provera 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Provera

Headache
Abdominal pain
Breast pain
Irregular vaginal bleeding
Nausea
Vomiting
Hair loss
Edema (swelling)
Vaginal yeast infection

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Provera 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Provera 5mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

SAFE

Provera 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Provera 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Provera 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

How does Provera 5mg Tablet work? What is it used for?

Provera 5mg Tablet works similarly to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body. It helps in regulating the periods, stopping irregular bleeding, and controlling the withdrawal bleeding in case of amenorrhea (unusual stopping of menstrual periods). It is also used to prevent endometrial hyperplasia (thickening of the lining of the uterus).

When and how to take Provera 5mg Tablet?

Take it strictly as advised by your doctor. The number of doses and the duration will depend on the medical problem you are being treated for. You can take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.<br>

What are the common side effects which I can experience while taking Provera 5mg Tablet?

The common side effects of Provera 5mg Tablet include headache, nausea (feeling sick), weight gain, breast pain, and unusual vaginal bleeding or spotting. Do not worry, most of these symptoms are temporary. However, if they persist, check with your doctor as soon as possible.

Is Provera 5mg Tablet a contraceptive?

No, Provera 5mg Tablet is not a contraceptive. You should use an effective form of birth control to prevent pregnancy. If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away to avoid any harm to the baby.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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