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My gyno put me on provera (medroxyprogesterone) since i am over two weeks late on period. my period is generally like clock work every 32 days avg. i am on pill 3 no period?

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Dr. Devin Namaky answered

Wait: Typically when Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is used to cause menses, the flow doesn't start until you finish the pills. The withdrawal from the progestin is what initiates bleeding.

Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

My gyno put me on provera (medroxyprogesterone) since i am over two weeks late on period. my period is generally like clock work every 32 days avg. i am on pill 3 no period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Devin Namaky answered

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