Depo Provera Shot
treatments
What can Depo do for you?
UC Davis
Discover how the the Depo Provera shot provides highly effective pregnancy protection for 12-13 weeks.
Relaxing with Depo
Depo Provera
The Depo Provera shot offers freedom from worrying about daily birth control and research suggests it's more effective than the pill.
The highly effective shot
Planned Parenthood
The Depo Provera shot provides exceptional pregnancy protection. In fact, out of 100 women taking it, less than one pregnancy per year will occur.
Estrogen-free birth control
Feminist Women's Health Center
The Depo Provera shot is a protesterone-only birth control. This overview examines all aspects of the shot.
self-help
Life after Depo Provera
MWD Dawzz
Share your experiences on Depo Provera in a safe and welcoming community dedicated to recovery from the birth control shot.
I want my normal cycle back
Go Ask Alice
People who're thinking about pregnancy after a Depo Provera shot might be surprised to learn how long it takes for the contraceptive effects to wear off.
risks
From those on depo
Ask a Patient
Whether positive or negative, share your experiences with thousands of other women who have used the Depo Provera shot as birth control.
Depo and your bones
Web MD
The Depo Provera shot carries a black box warning from the FDA regarding osteoporosis. Take a look at how the shot can effect you.
A 2004 study reports that the Depo Provera shot might increase the risk of acquiring chlamydia and gonorrhea. See the study here.
The shot, for better or worse?
Emory University
Weight gain, irregular periods and heavy bleeding are a few disadvantages of the Depo Provera shot. Learn more about the effects here.
alternatives
Depo Provera isn't your only option for birth control. This interactive program gives you guidance for choosing a method that works best for you.


