But please be reassured that Deviry (medroxyprogesterone acetate) is very effective. Typically, it takes about 2 to 7 days for the bleeding to significantly lighten or stop completely as your hormone levels stabilize. This type of bleeding is commonly caused by temporary hormonal imbalances, stress, fluctuations in ovulation, or benign uterine changes like polyps or fibroids. Please continue taking the medication exactly as prescribed. If the bleeding does not improve after a week, or if you feel dizzy or weak, please reach out to your healthcare provider for a gentle evaluation to ensure everything is on track.

Your history of a thickened womb lining and underactive thyroid?for which you take thyroxine?are key factors here. Sometimes, hormonal fluctuations or changes in the womb lining can cause persistent bleeding that doesn't respond to your usual dose. Please don't worry, but do schedule an appointment with your gynecologist. They can evaluate your womb lining with an ultrasound and safely adjust your hormone therapy or suggest an alternative generic progesterone. Please continue taking your thyroid medication as prescribed and consult your doctor for a personalized plan.

Yes, it is safe to take an emergency contraceptive pill like the i-pill (levonorgestrel) while you are taking Deviry (medroxyprogesterone acetate) for your ovarian cyst. Deviry is not a contraceptive, so taking the i-pill is important to prevent an unplanned pregnancy after unprotected intercourse. Because both medications contain progestin hormones, you might experience some temporary spotting or minor menstrual changes, which is completely normal. Please continue taking your Deviry as prescribed, and consider consulting your gynecologist for long-term contraceptive options.

It is very common not to get your period immediately after finishing Deviry (medroxyprogesterone acetate). While many women experience withdrawal bleeding within 3 to 7 days, it can safely take up to 10 to 14 days for your period to start. Since it has only been six days, this delay is entirely normal and does not mean your ovaries have failed or that there is a serious issue. Your body simply needs a little more time to adjust to the hormone changes. If your period does not arrive after two weeks, please consult your doctor for a routine evaluation.

With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, periods can be irregular, and medicines like Deviry are often given to induce a withdrawal bleed, which usually occurs after completing the full course and stopping the tablets, sometimes taking up to 7-10 days to start. Since you had unprotected intercourse 3 weeks ago, a negative home pregnancy test is reassuring, but for complete certainty, you can repeat the test after a few days or get a blood test (beta-hCG). For now, continue the medication exactly as prescribed and wait for a week after finishing the course; if you still do not get your period, or if you develop symptoms like severe pain or heavy bleeding, you should revisit your gynaecologist for further evaluation (such as an ultrasound or hormone tests). Avoid taking additional medicines on your own, and try to maintain a healthy lifestyle, as PCOD-related irregularity is common but manageable with proper care.

After completing a course of Deviry (medroxyprogesterone acetate), it typically takes about 3 to 10 days?and sometimes up to two weeks?for your period to start. Since your pregnancy and thyroid tests are normal, other factors like temporary hormonal imbalances or low estrogen levels might be delaying the bleed. Please give your body a few more days. If your period does not arrive within two weeks of finishing the medication, gently reach back out to your doctor for a simple follow-up evaluation.