Included In This Lesson
Outline
What is the generic name?
MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE
What is the Trade Name for MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE?
Depo-Provera
What are the Indications for MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE?
- 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Depo-Provera CI is indicated for use by females of reproductive potential to prevent pregnancy. Depo-Provera CI is a progestin indicated for use by females of reproductive potential to prevent pregnancy. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: The use of Depo-Provera CI is not recommended as a long-term (i.e., longer than 2 years) birth control method unless other options are considered inadequate. ( 1 , 5.1 ) Limitations of Use : The use of Depo-Provera CI is not recommended as a long-term (i.e., longer than 2 years) birth control method unless other options are considered inadequate [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ].
View Our Nursing Pharmacology Course
References: https://open.fda.gov/