Can the injection cause any serious health problems? Reasons why the injection might not be a good option for you What if I am late having the injection? What happens if I get pregnant while I am using the injection? Can I use the injection after I have had a baby? What if I am using the injection and I want to become pregnant?
What else should I know about the injection? Where to get more information and support. What is the contraceptive injection Depo? Photo of contraceptive injection vile and needle How effective is the injection? The injection works by preventing the ovaries from releasing an egg each month. Illustration of mucus in cervix How do I use the injection? Illustration of person receiving contraceptive injection When does it start to be effective? The injection might not work if you are late having your injection.
It is very effective. It lasts for 12 — 14 weeks. Most users have no vaginal bleeding period at all or very light bleeding. Periods may be less painful. You can use it while breast feeding. No medications stop it from working. It is another contraceptive option if you have difficulty taking the hormone oestrogen. What are the disadvantages? Are there any possible side effects? The research does not show that the injection causes any change in mood, libido or headaches.
Allergic reactions are possible but this is extremely rare. Weight changes Some people put on weight, some lose weight, most do not change weight Bone Density Depo Provera has been associated with a reduction in bone density.
Does the injection protect you from sexually transmissible infections STIs? You need to use condoms and lubricant as well to protect against STIs. Order Multiple Copies of our pamphlet from our online shop Order this Pamphlet. Find a clinic. Are you in an unsafe situation? Know someone who would like to read this? Share it. Facebook Twitter Email. Contact your doctor right away if you have abnormally heavy or nonstop bleeding. Other possible side effects of Depo-Provera include:.
Due to an increased risk of osteoporosis, you should limit the use of Depo-Provera to 2 years. Eat foods high in vitamin D and calcium to increase your bone density. Depo-Provera may increase your chance of having breast cancer if you begin using it before the age of Women who are breastfeeding can use Depo-Provera.
You should not use it if you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or have:. Depo-Provera is effective at preventing pregnancy if you get the shots on time.
The success rate can be higher than other forms of birth control, including diaphragms, condoms, and pills. Depo-Provera does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases STDs.
Last Updated: September 11, This information provides a general overview and may not apply to everyone. Talk to your family doctor to find out if this information applies to you and to get more information on this subject.
Emergency contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy if used within a short period of time after having sex. Natural family planning NFP is a form of pregnancy planning. It does not involve medicine or devices. Depo Provera is also likely to cause some reduction in risk of ovarian cancer, endometrial uterine cancer, endometriosis and possibly pelvic infection.
An injection is given every 12 weeks and no other effort or remembering is required. Disadvantages Some women do not wish to see their doctor every three months for an injection. Some women experience side effects as already described, which may be uncomfortable or unpleasant.
Once the injection has been given, the hormone cannot be removed. If a woman wants to stop the Depo Provera she has to wait for it to wear off. In some women, periods can be slow to return after the injections are stopped — sometimes 6 to 12 months.
However, more than half will fall pregnant within 12 months and over 90 percent within two years. Other things to think about Hormone levels are very low while using Depo Provera, so there is some concern that this may lead to thinning of the bones osteoporosis in women who use Depo Provera for a long period of time. Who can use Depo Provera?
Who should not use Depo Provera? Depo Provera is not suitable for women who are experiencing the following: bleeding disorders or taking anticoagulant medication undiagnosed abnormal bleeding history of some forms of cancer certain other serious medical problems already pregnant wanting to become pregnant within 12 months.
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