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Is it possible to get pregnant while taking provera (medroxyprogesterone) if sexually active during the time?missed period so was put on 10 mg provera (medroxyprogesterone) to start cycle.

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Dr. Bruce Pierce answered

Yes its possible: Provera (medroxyprogesterone) in that dosage, is not meant for contraception.

Dr Baez agreed

Answered 10/20/2015

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A member asked:

Is it possible to get pregnant while taking provera (medroxyprogesterone) if sexually active during the time?missed period so was put on 10 mg provera (medroxyprogesterone) to start cycle.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Pierce answered

Dr Baez agreed

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