2007-08-15 05:28:07 · 2 answers · asked by burrowthroughanelephant 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Depending on how old you are now, you could get some serious health issues by staying on depo provera for ANY length of time.
Please research this drug. Check out the reviews on http://www.rateitall.com as well as googling "depo provera lawsuit".
I doubt it will stop the side affects of menopause.
2007-08-15 05:52:04 · answer #1 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
New gynecological guidelines recommend that Depo Provera be used for no more than 2.5-3 years. So if you started using it say, when you were 52 and you KNEW you were going to be through menopause in the next three years, you'd be fine...maybe. There's probably no precedent.
However, be aware that just because your period ends, this does NOT mean that all of your menopause symptoms will end. Some women have hot flashes, night sweats, and other problems for 10 years or more post-menopause.
I would recommend talking to your doctor about your concerns and personal physical issues.
2007-08-15 12:39:11 · answer #2 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋