MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE and BREAST CANCER

8,165 reports of this reaction

14.3% of all MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE reports

#2 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

BREAST CANCER is the #2 most commonly reported adverse reaction for MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE, manufactured by Pharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC. There are 8,165 FDA adverse event reports linking MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE to BREAST CANCER. This represents approximately 14.3% of all 57,188 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE who experience breast cancer should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

BREAST CANCER8,165 of 57,188 reports

BREAST CANCER is a frequently reported adverse event for MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE, accounting for a significant proportion of all reports.

Other Side Effects of MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE

In addition to breast cancer, the following adverse reactions have been reported for MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE:

Other Drugs Associated with BREAST CANCER

The following drugs have also been linked to breast cancer in FDA adverse event reports:

ALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM OCTACHLOROHYDREX GLYALUMINUM ZIRCONIUM TRICHLOROHYDREX GLYAVOBENZONE, HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE, AND OCTOCRYLENEAVOBENZONE, HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONECONJUGATED ESTROGENSCONJUGATED ESTROGENS AND MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATEESTERIFIED ESTROGENS AND METHYLTESTOSTERONEESTROGENS, CONJUGATEDFAMOTIDINE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDENORETHINDRONE ACETATERANITIDINERANITIDINE HYDROCHLORIDESTRYCHNOS IGNATII SEEDTAMOXIFEN CITRATE

Frequently Asked Questions

Does MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE cause BREAST CANCER?

BREAST CANCER has been reported as an adverse event in 8,165 FDA reports for MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is BREAST CANCER with MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE?

BREAST CANCER accounts for approximately 14.3% of all adverse event reports for MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.

What should I do if I experience BREAST CANCER while taking MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE?

If you experience breast cancer while taking MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

Related Pages

MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing BREAST CANCERPharmacia & Upjohn Company LLC Drugs
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on FDA adverse event reports and is for informational purposes only. Reports do not prove causation. Always consult your healthcare provider.