2006-07-30 09:38:30 · 3 answers · asked by hotguyus200 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
there shouldn't be any side effects if your've already had a shot before. (3 months ago) Just need to hurry and get in to your dr's to get your next shot. should schedule these appts about every
13 weeks to stay on top of it.
Some Possible Side Effects
70% of women using Depo Provera gain weight. Almost half of the women using Depo Provera gain more than 5 pounds after one year of use. Many women gain more than 10 pounds.
Irregular, heavy, or no bleeding are common side effects of Depo Provera. After a year of use, many women stop having periods. Lack of a period becomes increasingly common with longer use.
Other side effects of Depo Provera can include headaches, nervousness, mood changes, bloating, hot flashes, decreased interest in sex, breast tenderness, acne, hair loss, and back ache.
After the last shot of Depo Provera, it can take over 6 months for the drug to leave the body. Side effects may linger until the drug is completely gone.
2006-07-30 10:06:53 · answer #1 · answered by villazar701 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is a "depo"?
2006-07-30 09:44:02 · answer #2 · answered by Ellen J 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be more specific.
2006-07-30 09:41:15 · answer #3 · answered by soonersjacob 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋