Is it possible to experience withdrawal symptoms when coming off depo? I have a headache and feel very down.?

Question

I was due my shot a few days ago, but have had an IUD fitted instead. I have been on depo for 2 years. I feel quite depressed and just under the weather. Could this be depo withdrawal? is there such a thing?

Answer 1

Yes, one can have withdrawal symptoms when coming off Depo-Provera (learned this from friends who have been on Depo-Provera). One side effect that can occur is also breakthrough bleeding.

Because of the feeling very down I would recommend getting in touch with your doctor to let them know what's going on so that they can evaluate the situation further to see what they think is going on.