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A member asked:

Why does breakthrough spotting occur while taking medroxyprogesterone tablets (10mgs.) daily orally?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

It shouldn't : Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is usually given for 10 days. It shouldn't cause break through bleeding when used for a short duration.

Answered 6/30/2014

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