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A member asked:

What is the difference between provera (medroxyprogesterone) and progesterone 200 mg?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Almost nothing: These are simply two different types of progesterone.

Answered 1/8/2014

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A member asked:

I took one shot of Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) may 2012. And til this day my periods are not normal. How do I get them back norma.Do u recommend progesterone cream?

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A member asked:

I have diagnoses of pcos all symptoms included. Should i take combo birth control pill or only progesterone? Never tried provera, (medroxyprogesterone) will it be better for me?

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A member asked:

Why is the provera drug so dangerous? I was given medroxyprogesterone and I'm scared to take it. Risks of blood clots in legs, lungs and brain etc. Is there a natural way to increase progesterone? Desperate for a family but don't want to die?

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A member asked:

I have pcos. Trying for a baby. Dr has given me medroxyprogesterone(provera) to give period. Then start clomifene(clomid) to ovulate. I read provera is so dangerous. High risk for giving blood clots, strokes etc. What natural progesterone can I take?

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A member asked:

What other medication can help by a low progesteron level10ml? I use metformine 500mg 2x and provera (medroxyprogesterone) 10 mg for 7 day. Help

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