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About
Contraceptive Agents
Regulatory Classification
Rx
Pharmacologic Category
Hormonal Contraceptive
Contents & Formulation
Each mL of aqueous sterile suspension contains: Medroxyprogesterone acetate 150 mg
Indications and Usage
Used as a contraceptive injection for a period of 3 months.
Dosage & Administration
One vial containing medroxyprogesterone acetate 150 mg every 3 months, given deep IM. It should be certain that the recipient is not pregnant in the 1st injection. For this purpose, it is recommended to give the injection during the first 5 days after the onset of a normal menstrual period, if not breastfeeding, within the first 5 days of postpartum, and after the 6th postpartum week if breastfeeding.
