Medroxyprogesterone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Bas...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 15, 2020

For Amenorrhea "PCOS and irregular periods. I take Provera to start my period if it has been longer than 3 months (sometimes a little longer if I get too comfortable). I typically take one 10 mg pill daily for 7-10 days. If I take it for the full 10 days, I will start my period either a day after coming off the pill or within 3 days. If I take it for less than 10 days, it usually takes anywhere from 3-14 days to start my cycle. I recently passed a kidney stone (ouch), which interrupted my Provera schedule, so I was only able to make it to dose #4. Today is day 11 after taking the last pill, and I have started my cycle."

• Vio...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 2, 2015

For Birth Control "Everyone I talk to seems to have had different experiences with Depo. For me, it has been a perfect experience, but my sister had a horrible time with it. I had very light spotting after the first shot during what should have been my monthly period, and since then have had absolutely no period or spotting. My weight has remained at a constant level the entire 4 years that I've been taking it, and I haven't experienced mood swings, hair loss, or any of the other common symptoms. My doctor warned me that the shot could make my migraines worse, but I haven't noticed any difference in prevalence or severity. Everyone's body reacts differently, but it is definitely worth trying. I love this form of contraception - no periods and no babies!"

• TN ...
• March 5, 2014

For Endometriosis "I was hesitant to try this, but I really didn't want to have a hysterectomy. I've already had one ovary/tube out due to my endometriosis. I was recently diagnosed with also having adenomyosis now. It was Depo-subQ, Lupron, or a hysterectomy. I read so many terrible reviews that it had me nervous, but I tried it anyway. I've gained a few pounds, but am also 45 and lazy, so that may be the more likely culprit. My acne is actually gone. I've had no endometriosis symptoms. My hair is slightly thicker. For me, it's been a miracle. We're hoping to be able to have these results until menopause hits."

• Ree...
• July 25, 2016

For Amenorrhea "I was on Depo Provera shot for 1.5 years before wanting to change to natural family planning. After getting off the shot, I had no period for 1 year. Doc prescribed Provera. I did not bleed. Three months later, I became pregnant. I miscarried around 5 weeks. It was a natural miscarriage. Waited two months, still no period. Went back to doc. Prescribed Provera 10 mg for 10 days (again), currently bleeding on day one after the last pill. I recommend this medicine. It does jump-start the cycle. And I believe that helped me ovulate during the first cycle even though I did not have a period with it. Never lose hope if you are trying to conceive or simply just bring back a regular cycle so that you can feel like a 'normal' woman."

• Hop...
• October 9, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I got the shot in late August, and a week after getting the shot, I bled continuously with no signs of stopping for 14 days, and I was panicking and found this site. I scrolled for hours and found a comment that saved me! If you are continuously bleeding, go get some raspberry leaf tea and drink 4 cups of it a day. I would just permanently, the night before, put two tea bags in a 16-ounce glass bottle with honey and let it sit overnight. I took this for two days, and the bleeding was still there, but very light. However, I needed it to stop completely because my boyfriend of a long-distance relationship was coming that weekend. So I went on Amazon and ordered natural estrogen supplements and took those with the tea every day, and the bleeding completely stopped after 4 days, and I haven't bled since. The estrogen supplements also stopped my bad mood swings and my hot flashes as well, I feel back to normal. I hope this helps you guys get your life back."

• Nik...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 21, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Is there a class action suit against this company? We need to start one! After getting 2 Depo Provera shots, I bled for a year and a half straight! I had 3 blood transfusions until my doctor said there is no other option other than a hysterectomy. I was 39 years old then and was planning on having another baby with my husband, but I couldn't. My blood level was 5.3 at one point, my doctor said it was the lowest he had ever seen in any patient."

• pat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 10, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I’ve received the shot 2 months ago and have not stopped bleeding since. I haven’t been able to have intercourse with my husband because of the bleeding. This birth control is not working out for me."

• Mk1...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 27, 2016

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I am 43, and the doctor says I am perimenopausal. My progesterone is not high enough. I did not have my period since November. My doctor prescribed me Provera. I have taken it for 5 days and started my period on the second day after taking the last pill. I started bleeding like a normal flow on Tuesday. I had minor cramping. Since Tuesday, cramping was getting worse and worse. And today, on Friday, I could not go to work as I am passing large blood clots. I have to change super pads every hour. I can't wait for this nightmare to stop. How long can this heavy part last? The last 24 hours were awfully heavy, losing too much blood. Should I go to the emergency room? Or should I wait? My doctor said to wait it out. But I am crying and feeling miserable."

• Sha...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 3, 2020

For Birth Control "For the last 3 months, I've been nonstop bleeding. My hormones are way out of whack, and it's making me want to literally do anything to stop the bleeding. This drug also made me gain close to 100 lbs in 2 years. Before this drug, I was a size 2. Now a 16..."

• Pro...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 9, 2016

For Amenorrhea "I went without a period for 7 years and also had other fertility issues. If I didn't get prescribed this medication, I wouldn't have been able to conceive. I don't remember having side effects because I was so happy I got my cycle! The first time I took Provera, it took 2+ weeks to get my period. I thought it hadn't worked, but to my surprise, it had! So happy my OB-GYN prescribed me this."

• Son...
• June 22, 2019

For Amenorrhea "This is the best medication to induce periods. I did not menstruate for the last two and a half months because of some hormonal problems, so I went to see my gynecologist, and she prescribed me this medication (Provera 10mg) for 10 days. I got my period after 3 days of discontinuing the pills. I even missed one pill, still I got my period."

• non...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 11, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I only had one shot. It lasts 3 months. During those months I got my period the first month and not the other two. Now I came down to Trinidad on vacation before I was able to get my second shot. Now I've been bleeding for 3 months straight. I know this is abnormal. I have the worst cramps, and my whole body hurts."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 7, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Provera did not work for me. When I had my last period, before the operation to get fibroids removed, I had some really heavy period bleeding, I could not leave home. I had to go to A&E, where a GP prescribed Provera to me. The drug calmed the bleeding down for a few days, but it never stopped it. On some days, I would have really heavy bleeding with massive clots. During 2 weeks, I had to visit A&E a couple of times again, trying to explain that the drug was not working. I was assured again and again that since my operation was taking place in a couple of weeks, there was no point in changing the drug. In my third week of bleeding, it became extremely bad, it was pouring out non-stop for hours. I ended up in A&E again, where I collapsed at the reception and was admitted to the hospital. I was given an injection of Tranexamic acid that stopped the bleeding, and I was prescribed Norethisterone instead, which worked much better!"

• Bre...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 25, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I had my baby 5 months ago and decided, why not get on Depo, so I won’t get pregnant again. I’ve been bleeding since I left the hospital from giving birth. That was 5 months ago. I’ve been so depressed and weak. IDK what to do."

• Bee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 6, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I really wish I saw this page before I took the Depo. :( I got onto birth control to be with my boyfriend, and for the first month, I only had spotting for 3 days and it stopped. Then around the 2nd month, I bled very heavily and passed a huge placenta-sized clot. Scared me to death. I had panic attacks and depression for a week. Went to the doctor because I felt so sick I thought there was something seriously wrong with me. They said, 'it's normal,' gave me ibuprofen, and left me on my way. The bleeding stopped for 4 days and started again. I haven't had sex with my boyfriend in so long, and I'm so tired of bleeding. I'm tired, sad, and angry all the time. I can't have sex without there being so much blood. The amount of shame, sadness, and embarrassment I feel is immeasurable. I'm so mad the doctors never told me any of this would happen, and now I'm scared it's going to last longer. I'm so tired of crying over this."

• Hat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 22, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "This is my second shot, and I am still bleeding like the first one. The shot is supposed to work for 3 months, but for some reason, I get about a month only. After that, I literally have my period every day 'til I get my next shot. This shot has not been helpful at all. On top of getting my period every day for 2 months, I gain weight like crazy, too. Too many cons, I would rather not be on the shot."

• Bet...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 11, 2016

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "My whole life I've had horrible periods. After having 3 kids, my gyno finally discovered that my ovaries produce way too many eggs and my uterus has an extra thick lining. My tubes have been tied for 9 yrs. After having nightmare periods, my Dr prescribed me Provera. I've been on it for 2 months. The Dr said that as long as I take it, I won't have a period. Well, I started a wk ago on my period again. It's been nonstop, with absolutely no signs of quitting. I'm incredibly frustrated. The cramps and fatigue are more than I can handle."

• Ref...
• April 18, 2013

For Endometriosis "I love the Depo shot. No side effects at all. I read so many negative reviews before I took my first shot. I have experienced none of the side effects I read about in the reviews. I have not had any breakthrough bleeding as many people described. I have had no periods after the first shot. Before Depo, I had painful cramps before and during my period. No pain and no weight gain. I am so pleased with this form of birth control."

• Amy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2020

For Amenorrhea "I was missing my period after taking the Plan B pill. So after waiting for 45 days for my period to come, the doctor prescribed me Provera 10 mg for 10 days. I took the pill for 9 days and somehow missed taking it on the 10th day. Three days after stopping my pill, I got my period. It was not very scary. Yes, I bled a little heavier on the third day, but it was manageable. I had aches in my thighs and my back. I would suggest buying panties with pads in them because it'll be easier to use and dispose of."

• Anonymous
• December 19, 2008

For Amenorrhea "I took Provera about two years ago for 10 days and it worked great for me. I also had to take Clomid on days 5-9 of my cycle and got pregnant on my third cycle. They both worked amazingly. I am now going to try again hoping to have the same luck."

• Sha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 6, 2020

For Birth Control "This birth control, Depo-Provera, is the worst birth control ever made. Don't get it - it will mess you up. I bled every single day for months, and good birth control doesn't make you bleed every day heavily, so you can't have sex anyway. Think about your options, don't choose Depo-Provera, it's awful."

• cca...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 9, 2021

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have been on Provera 10 mg for about a month. I was initially diagnosed with uterine polyps and had a DNC done to remove the polyps, and my OBGYN prescribed Provera to stop the bleeding. It stopped for maybe 5 days but then started again and was way heavier with more clotting and cramping. My OBGYN, in turn, prescribed mefenamic acid in combination with the Provera, and it still hasn't stopped the bleeding. I've been bleeding heavily for almost 10 days now. I've started to see a slowing in the amount of blood, but it's not stopping altogether. It has been about 3 months of bleeding. Next step for me is a hysterectomy. I'm 34 years old and do not want to do that. I'm hoping this will work. It hasn't so far, but I'm keeping my fingers crossed."

• Diz...
• December 19, 2020

For Birth Control "I am now 34 and getting really, really fed up with contraception. I’ve had my kids and I’ve tried them all. Each one seems to have these nasty side effects for me. I feel us women have to go through the mill with all these awful side effects. Some women won’t even know it’s because of contraception and end up so confused because most healthcare professionals will tell you it’s not the contraception that is causing the problem. My husband is now getting the snip. I’ve told him enough is enough. Men should take more responsibility. I’ve been doing it for 20 years now. Anyway! The depo. I stupidly decided to get it whilst my husband waits for the snip. So week 1: banging headaches. Piercing side headaches - paracetamol and ibuprofen wouldn’t even work. Week 2 - backache. Terrible backache. Ended up going to physiotherapist. Week 3 - joint pain all over. Week 4 - weight gain. Week 5 - thrush. Week 6 - depression. I am now on week 7 and I just want this all over."

• Zen...
• February 4, 2018

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "53 yo, abnormal prolonged bleeding, clots, flooding. I had scans that showed thickened wall lining on the uterus, 14 mm plus fibroids. Prescribed 10 mg Provera, twice daily for 3 months. Next scan showed huge reduction down to 6 mm thickness and greatly reduced size of fibroids. A success on this side of things. Not so much for the bleeding. Will be patient."

• Sas...
• March 25, 2009

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I am 47 and this is my second time on Provera. The only side effects I have noticed are intense night sweats. I am hotter than usual. The day after my first dose, I was nauseous and had a headache like a hangover. It has happened a few other times during the 10 days. I do think that I can live with 10 days a month of Provera because I was bleeding a lot. I was stuck at home. At least now, even if I don't feel good, I can still leave home."