Re: Medroxyprogesterone
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 25 Feb 2001 20:37:20 -0600 (CST)
Short term MPA to bring on a period shouldn't be a problem at all. Of
course, there is micronized progesterone that will do the same thing.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
HSM
At Sun, 25 Feb 2001, Marie wrote:
>
>I'm currently in my mid 20's and was presribed medroxtprogesterone to
>bring on menstruation after 8 months of not menstruating after I stopped
>taking the birth control birth. (I had a regular/normal period before
>taking the pill for 3 years) The side effects suggest that those with a
>history of kidney problems (like myself) not take medroxyprogesterone.
>
>Is there another alternative to medroxyprogesterone that is safer for
>people with a strong history of kidney infections? If not, would I be
>better to wait it out and see if my body starts to menstruate naturally?
>What can I do naturally to help it along? I'd rather not risk making my
>kidney situation worse. I just finished taking the IVP kidney test and
>a pelvic ultrasound a few days ago. I have been on bactrin for my
>kidneys numerous times.
--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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