Depo Provera 150mg Injection

1. Introduction to Depo Provera 150mg Injection Depo Provera 150mg Injection is used for contraception (preventing pregnancy). It helps to prevent development and release of egg from the ovaries during menstrual cycle thus prevents pregnancy. Depo Provera 150mg Injection is administered only by or under the supervision of doctor. It should be taken as your doctor advice. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You should take this injection for as long as it is prescribed for you. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, nervousness, weight gain, and breast tenderness. If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It may also cause irregular menstrual cycle, spotting or your menstrual bleeds to stop altogether. Inform your doctor if you get heavy or prolonged bleeding.

2. Before taking this medicine, you must let your doctor know if you ever had any problems like history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver, or bleeding problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must not take it if you are pregnant. Uses of Depo Provera 150mg ● ● Treatment of Abnormal uterine bleeding Treatment of Endometriosis How does Depo Provera 150 Works? Depo Provera 150mg Injection is a progestin (female hormone). It works by preventing an egg from developing fully and being released from the ovaries during your menstrual cycle. It also alters the lining of your womb and thickens the mucus at the entrance of the womb, making it more difficult for the sperm to enter. This prevents pregnancy. Side Effects of Depo Provera 150mg Injection Common Side Effects ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Weight gain Breast tenderness Headache Abdominal pain Weakness Dizziness Irregular menstrual cycle Nervousness Safety Advice Alcohol CAUTION Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Depo Provera 150 mg Injection. Please consult your doctor. Pregnancy

3. UNSAFE Depo Provera 150 mg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor’s advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby. Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Depo Provera 150 mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Non Hormonal contraceptives are preferred in breastfeeding women, especially during the first 4 weeks postpartum Driving UNSAFE Depo Provera 150 mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Kidney CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Depo Provera 150 mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. Liver UNSAFE Depo Provera 150 mg Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor. FAQs 1. How long does it take for this medicine to take effect? Ans. The time required for Depo Provera 150 mg Injection to show its action is clinically unknown. 2. How long do the effects of this medicine last? Ans. The time for which Depo Provera 150 mg Injection remains active in your body is clinically unknown. 3. Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine? Ans. Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

4. 4. Is this a habit forming medicine? Ans. No habit forming tendencies were reported Depo Provera 150 mg Injection.