I was wondering if anyone knew after you get the shot how long it takes before its effective??
2007-01-19 13:18:46 · 9 answers · asked by krstn_grimm 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
Oops sorry I meant the birth control shot. Does anyone know how long it takes for it to be effective after you get it.
2007-01-19 13:27:14 · update #1
What kinda shot are you talking about?
2007-01-19 13:22:12 · answer #1 · answered by Mark B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to ask quote "your health care professional" or do some internet searching to get an exact answer.
most shots (like a flu shot) become effective in 2 to 4 weeks.
some take longer .. the hepitatius A shot comes in two doses .. one now, and one 6 months later. you don't get full effectiveness until the 2nd shot.
I think a birth control shot takes 2 weeks to a month, but it depends on what the shot was.
2007-01-19 21:31:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am assuming you are talking about a birth control shot?!
If so, then I believe it gradually becomes effective over the course of the first month, being fully effective after roughly one month. The shot must then be continued at regular intervals, depending on the type of birth control shot, in order to keep the effectiveness.
If I were you, I would definitely use condoms for at least the first month. I for one use condoms no matter what; ..... I don't want no baby-mama-drama!
2007-01-19 21:29:17 · answer #3 · answered by Marc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I feel silly. I was going to give you the "What kind of shot do you mean?" answer, then I looked at the category. I realize that I am not qualified to answer questions about conception since the only conception I experienced was my own, and I don't know anything about that. I would suggest that if you are getting shots for this reason, then you really should discuss this with your doctor. If you are not consulting a doctor in this matter then...Oh my... You really, really, should.
2007-01-19 21:24:42 · answer #4 · answered by Wendi lu who 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was on it for 6 years and was told it was effective immediately. I called a pharmacist 4 days after I received my first shot and they proceeded to tell me it is effective immediately. Use a condom for a couple of days if u are uncomfortable.
2007-01-19 21:28:55 · answer #5 · answered by JennyBoBenny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shot for what???? Tetanus? No babies? Diabetic Insulin? What?
2007-01-19 21:21:18 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the pharmacist or call the doc's office. they can tell you that right over the phone. No biggie.
2007-01-19 22:18:22 · answer #7 · answered by Me2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
and what shot would that be?????
2007-01-19 21:21:52 · answer #8 · answered by dana5169 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for what?
2007-01-19 21:22:41 · answer #9 · answered by swampgtr96 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋