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Medroxyprogesterone

Medroxyprogesterone is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

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What it's used for

This medication is used to treat secondary amenorrhea and abnormal uterine bleeding caused by hormonal imbalance, and to prevent overgrowth of the uterine lining in postmenopausal women taking estrogen.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

Tablets are typically given in doses of 5 or 10 mg daily for 5 to 10 days depending on the specific condition being treated.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Common side effects

See full FDA prescribing information for the complete adverse reaction profile.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Medroxyprogesterone 10mg TabletMedroxyprogesterone 2.5mg Tablet

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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