If you're switching from a birth control pill to a shot, get your first
shot 7 days before
you stop taking the pill. You need to finish you pill pack before you switch methods. If you switch from the shot to a pill, you can take your first pill up to 15 weeks after your last birth control shot.
Can you start Depo at any time?
You can start using the birth control
shot whenever you want
. If you get your first birth control shot within the first 7 days after the start of your period, you're protected from pregnancy right away.
Can you switch birth control methods?
It's normal and completely safe to switch birth control methods
, as long as you talk to your doctor first. Learning about different types of birth control and how to safely switch can help you find the best method for you.
Is Depo-Provera more effective than the pill?
When combination birth control pills are taken correctly, they are
up to 99% effective in preventing pregnancy
. Progestin-only pills are about 95% effective. The birth control shot (Depo-Provera) also is about 99% effective in preventing pregnancy (average annual failure rate is about 3%).
When do you start Depo-Provera?
The first injection of Depo-Provera® is usually given
within the first seven days of the start of your menstrual period
. However, it can be given at another time if you and your healthcare provider are confident that you aren't pregnant. Your provider may have you take a pregnancy test before getting the shot.
Does changing birth control brands affect you?
You'll be protected against pregnancy the entire time. It is important to note, however, that switching birth control brands in the middle of a pack
may temporarily increase your risk of spotting or irregular bleeding
.
Can switching birth controls delay your period?
Everyone is different, and the effects of pills are not always predictable. If a person has recently started taking a new pill,
the body may need time to adjust
, and this can cause a missed period.
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.
Can you get pregnant on depo if he doesn't pull out?
Yup! The birth control shot
protects you against pregnancy 24
/7, no matter how many times you have sex. But it's important to make sure you always get your shots on time. Each shot of Depo-Provera protects you from pregnancy for 12-13 weeks (3 months).
What are the side effects of the 3 month injection?
Other side effects included
weight gain, headache, nervousness, abdominal pain or discomfort, dizziness, and asthenia
. Physicians should administer the drug only to women found not to be pregnant, because fetal exposure may lead to low birth weight and other problems.
What are the signs that Depo is wearing off?
The reported withdrawal symptoms included:
feeling of having a viral infection with fatigue, eye pain, visual disturbance, itching, restlessness, agitation, shaking, nausea and shortness of breath
. The reporter refers to internet forums where other women report the same symptoms on stopping Depo-Provera.
Can you lose weight after Depo-Provera?
Do women shed the weight after they go off the shot? Our study was the first to look at that. We found that
women do lose some weight after they switch to a nonhormonal form of contraception
—an average of 3 pounds over two years.
How long does Depo last in body?
The hormone from the birth control shot stays in your body for
at least three months
. Side effects, such as bleeding, may continue for several weeks beyond the shot's effectiveness window. These side effects may last for several more weeks or months after stopping.
How long does it take your body to adjust to birth control?
In most cases, the side effects will resolve once the body has a few cycles to adjust to the higher levels of hormones. This usually takes
about three to four months
. If you're still experiencing side effects after three or four months or if your side effects become more severe, make an appointment with your doctor.
What are symptoms of switching birth control?
- Nausea, especially if you take the pill on an empty stomach. …
- Headaches caused by the fluctuation of hormones. …
- Tender breasts, which are triggered by hormonal fluctuations. …
- Unscheduled bleeding, which can be annoying and alarming, but is actually quite normal.
Can switching to generic birth control cause side effects?
Some women will get
break through bleeding, mood changes, acne
, or other side effects when they switch from name brand to generic. Others say they simply “feel off” on different pills.
