When you have Depo Provera, your hormone levels are
low and stable throughout your
cycle, so the lining of your uterus doesn't thicken as it normally would. When it comes time for your period there is very little lining to shed and so you bleed less than you normally would.
Does the Depo shot stop your period right away?
Most women experience breakthrough bleeding
Does the Depo shot affect your period?
Depo-Provera can cause you to experience a number of side effects, including: Irregular menstrual periods or
no periods at all
, which is a safe benefit of the shot.
What is the most common side effect of Depo Provera?
Most people on the shot have some change in their periods, including bleeding more days than usual, spotting between periods, or no periods. This is most common during the first year. Other possible side effects include
nausea
, weight gain, headaches, sore breasts, or depression.
What are the signs that Depo is wearing off?
An internet search on Depo withdrawal turns up multiple online postings, suggesting that some women are concerned about or report experiencing a number of symptoms, including
nausea, breast tenderness and fatigue
.
How long does it take for the 3 month injection to wear off?
It may take up to 10 months after stopping the birth control shot to get pregnant. It only takes
15 weeks
after your last shot for pregnancy protection to wear off.
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.
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.
Is it normal to randomly bleed on Depo?
Irregular bleeding
How long after stopping Depo shot does period start?
If you've stopped using the shot, it can take
several months
for your period to return to what it was before you started the shot. But it only takes 15 weeks after your last shot for the pregnancy protection to wear off.
Is it hard to get pregnant after Depo?
While the levels of Depo-Provera after 90 days may not be high enough to be considered effective for pregnancy prevention,
they may still be too high to get pregnant
. Within 10 months of the last injection, 50% of women who discontinue Depo-Provera will get pregnant.
Does Depo make your VAG dry?
Yes, some types of birth control can cause dryness. In particular, hormonal birth control pills and shots can cause vaginal dryness in some women. Yaz, Lo Ovral, and Ortho-Cyclen birth control pills can cause dryness. The Depo-Provers shot
can also lead to vaginal dryness
.
Can you get pregnant 1 month after stopping Depo?
It's unlikely that you'll be able to get pregnant right after you stop taking the shot. Because each shot delivers enough hormones to protect against pregnancy for three months at a time, the earliest you may be able to conceive is
about 12 weeks after your last injection
.
How will I know if I'm pregnant on the depo shot?
Women who get pregnant while using birth control may notice the following signs and symptoms:
a missed period
.
implantation spotting or bleeding
.
tenderness or other changes in the breasts
.
What happens if you miss your Depo injection?
You shouldn't be more than two weeks late coming in for your Depo-Provera® shot. If you are late or miss a shot,
you can get pregnant
. You can come in earlier than 12 weeks if you need to.
Can you get pregnant while on Depo-Provera and having no periods?
if my birth control (depo injection) stops my period can i still get pregnant?
No
. Irregular bleeding is the most common side effect of the shot, especially in the first 6 to 12 months of use. For most women, periods become fewer and lighter.
