I was on the shot a few years ago...never had any problems no bleeding that lasted for months nothing....I got off of it and had my 3rd son and then got back on it....I never did lose all my baby weight and by being on the shot now seems like I'm having the hardest time ever to lose a pound. Of course mydoctor told me thatif I can control my urges I will not have a problem with gaining any weight....
This medication made me lose weight substantially anorexically and depression set in plus affected my nervous system and mild zeisures came with this medication and hot flashes...it affected me psychologically..it made have periods periodically so i will stop after one dosage of 3 months..
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Heidi Young | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Caregiver
7/22/2023
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 4.7
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This would've gotten 5 stars if I didn't gain so much weight! The convenience of only getting to have to take 1 shot, and for me no periods, I don't have to carry feminine products, or worry about carrying extra panties or pants for that matter. This is the greatest thing since sliced bread. PARKAY! LMAO..... But, seriously, I actually am ok with the outcome and I thank you Pamela Owens Black/Pambo... for telling the state police officer that pulled you all over that i sold drugs out of my bathroom. All u r is a jealous, conniving, scheming, double crossing, backstabbing, good for nothing, that her mother is rolling in her grave bc she never would've taught her that it was ever ok to rat someone. If anything and it wasn't urs, I guarantee u will get well taken care for life if u do take a charge. Just saying.. Read More Read Less
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Sadden | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
4/10/2023
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 2.0
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I have been spotting breakthrough bleeding every single day for 6 months straight.... Needless to say I wont be getting a 3rd shot. Im on week 14 since the 2nd one and the spotting still hasnt gone away. From everything I look up says its out if your system 11-15 weeks after but then other sites say "side effects can last up to 10 months! Doesn't sound like its out if your system then does it?! this has been more than depressing, emotionally and physically tolling for me and my partner to go threw. I would NEVER recommend this to anyone. Read More Read Less
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Caslew | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
2/20/2017
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 4.7
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All in all it has been a good source of birth control. The only downside for me is weight gain and likeppl said before it's on you not the drug and I've been on it a year and 4 months and have a period Everytime for at least two straight weeks but this is the only one I would consider.
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feliciam1987 | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
8/27/2013
Condition: Endometriosis
Overall rating 3.3
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the depo works great I have endo and have no pain while on it have not had problems with weight gain either and moderate moodiness my only problem with it is the acne o its so horrible never broke out before now I look like the before of a proactive commercial I could cry.. no pain but ugh my face
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/18/2012
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 2.3
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This medication made me lose weight substantially anorexically and depression set in plus affected my nervous system and mild zeisures came with this medication and hot flashes...it affected me psychologically..it made have periods periodically so i will stop after one dosage of 3 months..
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Dawn Davis-Lenoir | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/27/2012
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 3.7
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It is nice that I don't have to worry about taking a pill everyday.....BUT I had mood swings when I was near that time of the month! It is not worth my sanity!
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w.k. | 13-18 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
3/19/2012
Condition: Other
Overall rating 1.0
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I Was on this medication for about 9 maybe 10 months and i didnt like it at all. i was moody all the time. and i gained so much weight.. i started eating less, but i felt bloated and hungry all the time. and i just felt everything i would eat i gained weight. i constantly bled for 9months straight on the shot. i personally did not like the depo provera, and will never get it again.
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meganm | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
1/14/2012
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been on this contraceptive because my period lasted for for 13 months and I think its the best birth control out there!
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cajuntink | 13-18 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
7/13/2011
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 5.0
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I love this birth control method. I feel great i have no problems wit it and it works. sure, yeah you'll gain a little weight but thats your responsiblity to keep your weight down dont blame the drug. and i barely have a period which is what i love most and the fact i cant get pregnant(but always use condoms no matter what). Otherwise its a great drug, use it. :)
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
1/26/2011
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 5.0
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I was on the shot a few years ago...never had any problems no bleeding that lasted for months nothing....I got off of it and had my 3rd son and then got back on it....I never did lose all my baby weight and by being on the shot now seems like I'm having the hardest time ever to lose a pound. Of course mydoctor told me thatif I can control my urges I will not have a problem with gaining any weight. Gotta learn self control....Other then that I love it!!! I do ge my period around the week before my next shot it's not heavt at all and lats for about 3 days....Read More Read Less
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
1/2/2010
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 3.7
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I had horrible mood swings a constant heavy flow period for 4 weeks straight and the cramps were not worth the convience...dont do it girls!!
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
12/3/2009
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 3.3
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I took one dose of this, which lasts for three months. In the last three months I have had more problems than ever before. I have had major emotional/mood swings, acne problems and breakthrough bleeding that has lasted over 35 days. I called my dr. after a month and a half and demanded to be put on something different. I will never again use a drug that lasts for three months and I have no control over! Do Not Use This!
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Anonymous | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
7/14/2009
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 5.0
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I was on this for 10 years. I only stopped because my husdand has ED with no real help in sight in the near future. I had no periods for 10 years. I loved it. I could not justify spending to money any more. I never thought about it ever.
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ultrasound | 35-44 | Female | Patient
5/31/2009
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 5.0
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switched from lybrel to depo.spotted for two weeks. nothing major. haven't had any side effects. this drug affects everybody differently as with any drug.
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me | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
1/31/2009
Condition: Birth Control
Overall rating 3.3
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Tried this a few years ago. Spotted for the whole three months. NEVER again will I try something I can't stop at will...you can't take the injection back out!
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
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