• Depo-Provera Injection is similar to the progesterone hormone naturally produced by the body
• It regulates periods, stops irregular bleeding, and helps with withdrawal bleeding in cases of amenorrhea (unusual stopping of menstrual periods)
• Depo-Provera Injection should be taken as your doctor's advice
• Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time
• You may take it with or without food but better to take it at a fixed time
• You should Take Depo-Provera Injection for as long as it is prescribed for you.
• The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, abdominal pain, weakness, dizziness, weight gain
• If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know
• There may be ways of reducing or preventing them
• It may also cause irregular periods, bleeding, or spotting in between menstrual periods
• Let your doctor know if this occurs frequently.
• Before taking this medicine you must let your doctor know if you ever had any problems like bleeding or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems
• Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medicine.

Uses of Depo-Provera Injection

• In Treatment of Abnormal uterine bleeding Depo-Provera Injection is a synthetic progestin that replicates the effect of a natural female hormone called progesterone
• It slows the growth of the lining of the womb before menstruation, which reduces the bleeding during menstruation
• If heavy periods become such a problem that they interfere with your everyday life, then try taking things a little easier on those days
• Some women find that relaxation techniques or yoga help them feel more relaxed and reduce stress
• Getting a lot of exercise can also help
• In Treatment of Amenorrhea Depo-Provera Injection contains progesterone, a female hormone that is important in the regulation of ovulation and menstruation
• It is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body
• You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective
• Avoid any stress and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully
• Improving weight and nutrition may be recommended in females with eating disorders or malnutrition to get the maximum benefit from Depo-Provera Injection
• In Treatment of Endometriosis Depo-Provera Injection contains progesterone, a female hormone that is important in the regulation of ovulation and menstruation
• It is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body
• You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective
• Avoid any stress and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully
• Improving weight and nutrition may be recommended in females with eating disorders or malnutrition to get the maximum benefit from Depo-Provera Injection.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Depo-Provera Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Common and Known Side effects of Depo-Provera Injection

• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Weakness
• Dizziness
• Irregular menstrual cycle
• Nervousness
• Weight gain