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Endometrial Hyperplasia

Endometrial hyperplasia occurs when the endometrium, the lining of the uterus, becomes too thick or grows in a less ordered way. It can lead to cancer of the uterus over time, so it is followed up and treated.

Provera

Medroxyprogesterone Acetate

2.5mg · 5mg · 10mg

Medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets for missed periods and irregular bleeding. They are a synthetic progesterone that stabilises the uterine lining.

From$0.43/ tabletView

Progesterone Capsules

Progesterone

200mg

Progesterone capsules for missed periods and endometrial hyperplasia. They deliver the same hormone the body makes, helping to regulate the menstrual cycle.

From$0.69/ capsuleView

Prometrium

Progesterone

100mcg · 200mcg

Progesterone tablets for secondary amenorrhoea and endometrial hyperplasia. They are often used alongside oestrogen to protect the uterine lining.

From$1.76/ tabletView

Key points

  • Abnormal bleeding can be a sign of endometrial hyperplasia.
  • Hormone balance can affect the endometrium and contribute to changes in the lining.
  • A biopsy may be used to examine cells from the uterus.

Medicines listed for Endometrial Hyperplasia

The listed products are Provera, Progesterone Capsules and Prometrium. They contain progesterone or medroxyprogesterone acetate, medicines in the progestogen family. This family is used in the treatment of endometrial hyperplasia to affect growth of the endometrial lining.

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