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    Depo Provera

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    Depo Provera Basics

    What is Depo Provera Used For?

    It is used to prevent pregnancy.

    Pronunciation

    (me DROKS ee proe JES te rone)

    Drug Class

    Progestin

    Common Brands

    Depo-Provera

    Pharmacist tips for Depo Provera

    • Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. It is given as a shot into a muscle.
    • Call your doctor to find out what to do.
    • Most of the time, this drug will be given in a hospital or doctor's office. If stored at home, follow how to store as you were told by the doctor. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
    • If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

    What are the side effects of Depo Provera?

    With any medication, there are risks and benefits. Even if the medication is working, you may experience some unwanted side effects.

    • Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following:

    WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight.Eyesight changes or loss, bulging eyes, or change in how contact lenses feel.A lump in the breast, breast pain or soreness, or nipple discharge.Vaginal itching or discharge.Vaginal bleeding that is not normal.Depression or other mood changes.Seizures.This drug may cause you to swell or keep fluid in your body. Tell your doctor if you have swelling, weight gain, or trouble breathing.

    • The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your doctor know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

    All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
    Weight gain or loss.
    Headache.
    Feeling dizzy, sleepy, tired, or weak.
    Feeling nervous and excitable.
    Upset stomach or throwing up.
    Bloating.
    Change in sex interest.
    Pimples (acne).
    Hair loss.
    Hair growth.
    Enlarged breasts.
    Tender breasts.
    Vaginal bleeding or spotting.
    Stomach pain.
    Trouble sleeping.
    No period or other period (menstrual) changes.
    Irritation where the shot is given.
    These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
    You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

    What are the risks and warnings for Depo Provera?

    • Using this drug for birth control or endometriosis pain may cause bone loss. Bone loss is greater the longer the drug is used. It is not known what the effects will be on bones when used in teenaged and young adult women. Do not use this drug for longer than 2 years unless other options will not work or cannot be used.
    • If you are allergic to this drug; any part of this drug; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
      If you have had any of these health problems: Bleeding disorder; blood clots or risk of having a blood clot; breast cancer or other cancer; liver disease; heart attack; stroke; or tumor where estrogen or progesterone make it grow.
      If you have unexplained vaginal bleeding.
      If you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed.
      For all reasons other than cancer treatment:
      If you are pregnant or may be pregnant. Do not take this drug if you are pregnant.
      This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this drug.
      Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this drug with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

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