Provera NOT available

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From i was diagnosed in September 2022 I was prescribed Provera (Medroxyprogesterone) 200mg daily. I went to the chemist on Wednesday to collect my prescription but they only had 4 tablets I usually get 56. Went back yesterday and they told me they can get them that 'they have gone short and I need to get an alternative.  Is anyone else having this problem??

  • Hello Cathy ( 

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    I do hope you get your medication issues sorted out.

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  • I don't know anything much about supply of Provera but I would  have thought the first thing to do was contact your GP for alternatives. Do you have a coil fitted as well as taking the tablets? Good wishes with getting this sorted asap.

  • Hi Cathyc123

    I have heard of this personally. I have also heard of others with a similar issue with Megace. I wonder if that shortage has meant a higher demand for the provera. 

    You would be best to consult with your doctor to see what alternative there is. There are other similar medications that can be prescribed. 

    Hopefully it can be sorted quickly for you. 

    Good Luck

    Jane

           

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