The quarterly contraceptive injection called Depo-Provera contains medroxyprogesterone acetate as an active ingredient and is used to prevent unwanted pregnancies.
Its most common side effect is the appearance of a small bleed after the first injection, in addition to weight gain, which can be sudden and by water retention, and it is recommended to follow a low-calorie diet and exercise regularly.
- During use.
- The woman does not have her period.
- But there may be mild bleeding during the month.
- When Depo-Provera is used for an extended period of time.
- Menstruation may take longer to return to normal and fertility may take more than a year to recover.
The price of Depo-Provera contraceptive injection is about 50 reais
Depo-Provera is a long-acting injectable contraceptive that has an effect for at least 3 months. This medicine is indicated for women who want to avoid pregnancy, without having to use daily medication, as is the case with birth control pills. It may also be indicated to stop menstruation.
It is recommended to inject within 7 days of the start of the rule, being protected immediately. However, the injection can also be applied until the 10th day of the menstrual cycle, being necessary to use condom within 7 days, for greater protection.
The date of the next injection should be noted to avoid forgetting, but if this happens, the woman has up to 2 weeks to take the missed dose, without risk of pregnancy, although she can take the injection up to 4 weeks after the scheduled date. having the attention to use condoms for more than 7 days.
When taken correctly, the injection begins to take effect immediately and, if the next dose is delayed, it begins to take effect in about 1 week.
Bleeding can occur throughout the month or result in a total absence of menstruation. Effects such as headache, breast tenderness, water retention, weight gain, dizziness, weakness or fatigue, nervousness, decreased libido or difficulty reaching orgasm, pelvic pain, lower back pain, leg cramps, hair loss or lack of hair growth, depression, swelling. , nausea, rashes, insomnia, vaginal discharge, hot flashes, acne, joint pain.
Depo-Provera does not cause an abortion, but it is not recommended to take it if you are pregnant.
Depo-Provera is contraindicated during pregnancy and passes into breast milk, so women who breastfeed should choose another method of birth control. It is also not recommended for undiagnosed genitourinary bleeding; In the case of breast cancer tested or suspected in patients with dysfunction or liver disease; thrombophlebitis or previous thromboembolic disorder for women with a history of failed abortion.