2007-04-11 02:39:54 · 3 answers · asked by norjean_4u 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Yes, you should give it at least two weeks to become effective. Even then it is not 100% effective.
2007-04-11 05:38:45 · answer #1 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Protection begins immediately after the first shot if given within the first five days of your menstrual period.
Each shot provides protection against pregnancy for up to 14 weeks, but the shot must be received once every 12 weeks to remain fully protected.
With Depo-Provera, you could become pregnant as soon as 3 to 4 months after your last shot. However, it may take some women up to a year or two to conceive after they stop using this type of birth control. This time frame seems unrelated to how long you have been using Depo-Provera for contraception.
2007-04-11 09:01:49 · answer #2 · answered by Maya 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the shot like the pill takes some time to be fully effective. If I remember correctly your supposed to use another form of protection for at least one week after getting a shot. Hope this helps!
2007-04-11 02:47:25 · answer #3 · answered by flowerchild12345 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋