medroxyprogesteroneb
Side effects
Nausea
headache
breast tenderness
change in vaginal discharge
bloating
dizziness
blurred vision
weight gain/loss
mood swings
drowsiness
Contraindications
breast cancer.
family history of breast cancer.
diabetes.
excessive fat in the blood.
porphyria.
depression.
high blood pressure.
a disorder of the blood vessels of the brain.
Indications
treatment of secondary amenorrhea and abnormal uterine bleeding due to hormonal imbalance in the absence of organic pathology, such as fibroids or uterine cancer
Storage conditions
Vials must be stored upright in a controlled room temperature 20°C to 25°C
Action
prevents follicular maturation and ovulation.
Stimulates growth of mammary tissue.
Antineoplastic action against endometrial cancer.
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Classification
Antineoplastic hormone contraceptive.
Nursing considerations
Medroxyprogesterone should not be given for contraception without full counselling backed by the manufacturer’s approved leaflet.
Blood pressure should be recorded at the beginning of treatment and then periodically.
Monitor mental status