Neither antibiotics nor antiseizure medicines reduce Depo-Provera's effectiveness
. The only drug which reduces its effectiveness is aminoglutethimide (Cytadren), used to suppress adrenal function in some people with Cushing syndrome. Research indicates that Depo-Provera even reduces the frequency of seizures.
What medications affect Depo-Provera?
- barbiturates.
- bosentan.
- carbamazepine.
- felbamate.
- griseofulvin.
- oxcarbazepine.
- phenytoin.
- rifampin.
Can you take antibiotics with Provera?
Antibiotics such as
clarithromycin
may reduce the effects of medroxyPROGESTERone in some women. If you are using medroxyPROGESTERone for birth control, you may be at increased risk for pregnancy or breakthrough bleeding.
Does antibiotics affect the injection?
Most antibiotics do not affect contraception
. It's now thought that the only types of antibiotic that interact with hormonal contraception and make it less effective are rifampicin-like antibiotics.
Can anything interfere with Depo shot?
Examples include griseofulvin, modafinil, rifamycins (such as rifampin, rifabutin), St. John's wort, drugs used to treat seizures (such as barbiturates, carbamazepine, felbamate, phenytoin, primidone, topiramate), HIV drugs (such as nelfinavir, nevirapine, ritonavir), among others.
What happens when you stop taking Provera?
When you stop taking the drug, it is likely that you will have
some vaginal bleeding that resembles a period
. Medroxyprogesterone can cause mood swings in some people. You may feel anxious or restless, have mood swings, or have trouble sleeping.
Will I ovulate after taking Provera?
Although Provera may affect ovulation and impair fertility,
you are not advised to take Provera
as a substitute for some other form of contraception because it does not prevent the release of an egg (ovulation).
Can you get pregnant while on the depo shot and taking antibiotics?
Can I get pregnant if I take antibiotics? In most cases,
no
, as long as you continue to use your hormonal contraception
What can stop the Depo shot from working?
You can stop using Depo-Provera at
any time
by simply not getting the next shot. Because Depo-Provera may cause bone density loss, you should not use it for more than two years. Discuss other birth control options with your doctor at that time.
How long do antibiotics stay in your system?
Each antibiotic may stay in the body for different lengths of time, but common antibiotics such as amoxicillin and ciprofloxacin stay in your system for
about 24 hours after
taking the last dose. It might take longer for people with impaired kidney function to eliminate the drug from the body.
What are the signs that Depo is wearing off?
However, there are many reports in blogs and on discussion forums from women having problems like weight gain, hot flashes,
painful breasts
, sleeping problems, headaches, flu symptoms and nausea when discontinuing Depo-Provera.
What happens if you take Depo-Provera for more than 2 years?
The longer you are on
Depo-Provera the more calcium you may lose
. This increases the risk of your bones weakening if you use Depo-Provera continuously for a long time (for more than 2 years). The calcium may not return completely once you stop using Depo-Provera.
Does amoxicillin cancel out the Depo shot?
Nope! Antibiotics
like amoxicillin won't change the effectiveness of your birth control. The antibiotic rifampin (also known as Rifadin
How long does Provera take to get out of your system?
Broadly speaking each progesterone contraception injection (Depo-Provera) will last for
10 to 12 weeks
, after which there is not enough contraceptive left at the injection site to definitely prevent a pregnancy.
Do I keep taking Provera after period starts?
You will usually take
2.5mg-10mg for 5-10 days
beginning 16 days to 21 days after your last period began. Treatment should be given for 2 consecutive cycles. In some cases, your doctor may also prescribe oestrogen to be taken at the same time as Provera at doses of 5-10mg for 10 days.
How long should you bleed after taking Provera?
This bleeding will usually occur
2-7 days
after the PROVERA is finished.
