DEPO-PROVERA Reviews (MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE)

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DEPO-PROVERA  (MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE):  This medication is used to treat certain types of cancer (such as uterine cancer, kidney cancer). Medroxyprogesterone is like a natural hormone called progesterone made by the body. It is usually used with or after other treatments (such as radiation, surgery). Medroxyprogesterone may prevent or slow the worsening of the cancer and decrease pain and other symptoms.    (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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RATING  REASONSIDE EFFECTS FOR DEPO-PROVERACOMMENTSSEXAGEDURATION/
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 4  Birth control Decreased sex drive, headaches, hot flashes. During the first year, there was a lot of irregular bleeding, but it didn't bother me because it was much lighter than my regular periods used to be. All in all, I think Depo Provera has been great. And having no periods anymore is WONDERFUL. My biggest complaint would have to be the decreased sex drive. There have been a few times where I was a month or more overdue for my shot, and suddenly I desire my husband again. I also have much more sensation during intercourse during these times. Depo has made me feel asexual. I have no desire. F 32 10 years
 9/21/2008
 4  PREVENT PREGANCY/NO PERIODS I TOOK THIS DRUG FOR 10 CONSECUTIVE YEARS. I HAD SEVERE BONE DENSITY LOSS AND 5 YEARS THUS FAR OF MAJOR HAIR LOSS. I AM NOT SURE WHAT OTHER BODILY FUNCTIONS HAVE BEEN NEGATIVELY AFFECTED BY THIS DRUG. I PRAY EVERYTHING WILL REVERT ITSELF. HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD HAIR LOSS??? IT DID AID IN KEEPING ME CALMER. I DIDN'T HAVE AS MANY MOOD SWINGS. F 41 10 years
 7/4/2009
 4  birth control Took Depo for 10 years...no period at all for a whole decade!!Side effects...decreased sex drive, decreased breast size F 29 10 years
 11/10/2008
 4  birth control/stop heavy cycle no cycle so no cramps, head aches and irritability Started taking after my 10year old son was born and never seemed to have a problem except for occasional break through bleeding (clots). Came off around 4 1/2 years ago to have my three year old daughter, took me around 5 months to start having regular cycles again and then 6 months to get pregnant-which was probable pretty good considering my age and the depo. Went back on the depo at my 6weeks postpartum appt. Having break though bleeding again, and since learning that oseoporosis runs in my family I am starting to get really concerned about that side affect. I am gettting a bone scan as soon as possible and hoping that all my years of walking walking walking (weight bearing exercise) will be in my favor. If the scan does show damage I will stop the depo and if I have to, will just opt for a partial historectomy to stop the heavy cycles. My mother was also anemic from heavy cycles. F 42 10 years
 8/31/2007
 4  bad periods, contraception no periods, slight spotting I had very bad periods. I was in bed for days and I would have PMS for over a week before it started. Not having periods anymore has really helped me. I started taking it because the normal birth control pills gave me super high blood pressure. When I get really stressed I will have a period again sometimes, but that only happens about once every 1 or 2 years. I take extra calcium to try and protect from bone density loss. I am not planning on having children in the future, that makes it a risk worth taking. I have depression and anxiety disorders but I've always had those and the depo did not make it worse. F 36 10 years
 7/28/2007
 4  For Endometriosis Haven't found any I was on for 6 years in my early 20's went off for 2 years, back for 3 off for 3 and have been back for a year. My latest doctor sent me for a bone screen prior to starting me back on it. I was find. (Although I drink at least 16 oz of milk a day) It's the only thing that truely relieves me from the endometriosis. It does give you some wild cravings for food but I, as a responsible adult, recognizes that and I eat healthy instead of everything I can get my fingers on. F 37 10 years
 10/2/2007
 3  painful periods I have acne and mood swings (less than with my period) depression but not sure if it is b/c of shot or life. I have had weight gain but that was (I thought) from the anti-depressants I was on. Not b/c of the shot but b/c of some taumatic things in my life. I'm off of the anti-depressants and did lose 20 lbs, but can't seem to lose the other 30 lbs. I did have a bone density test and its very low, not quit osteoporosis but getting there. No sex drive, but I thought it was b/c of some stuff I'd been through not b/c of the shot. I'm thinking about stopping the shot, given my bone density and what I've read here. But I have extremely painful periods and heavy bleeding. This shot has been a godsent for that. I also have horrible mood swings and become suicidal when I get my periods, not to mention that me family doesn't dare go near me for a week before and during my period. I'm am scared to stay on it, but the alternative (having my period) is very bad for me too. I hate the thought of having a period again. I'd almost rather die than have to go through what it is that I go through. I'm just at a loss. Please if anyone has any thoughts on what I could do to help with the period symptoms I would appreciate you input. F 36 10 years
 5/19/2007
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 3  Contraception TOTAL, UTTER LOSS OF SEX DRIVE Fantastic for not having periods and as a contraceptive, but whats the point if you have no sex drive?!! F 39 10 years
 4/12/2009
 3  birth control Headaches, appetite increase, blotting and weight gain F 29 10 years
3 months		 4/29/2014
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 3  birth control No side effects, thought it was great until last 2 injections, should have listened to my body in April with undiagnosable side pains, continued in June and 1st August hospitalised with dvt,they put it down to this injection and brca1 gene. F 41 10 years
 9/12/2014
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 3  Birth control Some spotting for the first few months, no real period in about 9 years; vaginal dryness; weight gain over past three years; in past six months, MOOD SWINGS, HOT FLASHES, HEAD ACHES :( I was thrilled to take the depo shot because of the convenience of only worrying every 3 months, but over the years and the more the side effects increase with time, I'm far from pleased. Not having a period in almost a decade is NOT NORMAL. It's no wonder I'm going crazy. I have yet to even ask about potential bone density issues. I'd say if you like depo, don't stay on it too long without seriously considering the health consequences F 26 10 years
 6/24/2006
 3  Birth Control Dizziness,feeling like I'm going to faint,headaches,back-neck-shoulder pain,unusual hair growth,deppression,and tiredness. I FEEL BROKEN! F 26 10 years
 4/6/2006
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 3  BC Headaches, acne, back pain, hair breakage, weight gain I was on Depo for 9-10 years. I came off for 3 mths when I was 19 and I became pregnant with my son. After he was born, I started taking Depo again. I decided to come off 8 mths ago, because I have been going through a body detoxing and I didn't want any synthetic chemicals in my body. It is funny because I didn't realize any of the side effects until after I stop taking the shot. They were not severe that I would have stopped taking the shot before I did. I loved not having a period. Before the shot I weighed about 115 lbs(19) but at my highest on Depo I weighed 160 at 5'5" (29). Since I have stopped Depo, I have lost about 15 lbs in about 4 mths, and that is with eating healthier (not a diet/no exercise). One thing that stunned me was I have had acne since I was 13, so having acne as an adult really did not faze me. Then, once I stopped taking Depo, 4 to 6 months down the line my face cleared up. It was almost instantaneously. I did have A LOT of Dr. visits over the last few yrs F 30 10 years
 3/14/2007
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 3  Prevent pregnancy, no period Mad for no reason, mood swings, weight gain, tender breast, anxious, combative F 39 10 years
30		 2/9/2012
 3  birth control and stop periods Total lack of sex drive, dulled sexual sensation, tiredness. Stopped periods completely eventually but the longer I stay on it, the less interest I have in sex and it seems to be dulling my senses which is concerning and defeats the object of taking the jab! F 37 10 years
 3/17/2012
 3  birth control No periods during the 10 yrs, I quit getting the shots, took over 6 mo. for period to begin. When quit drug developed cognitive loss, not thinking straight, confusion When quit getting shots after 6 months flooded old blood, 3 mo later happened again, had a D&C, followed by a Hysterectomy 2 yrs later due to cyst on ovary, no luck from D&C and laser surgery done in Dr office. It was great for birth control I was satisfied with drug for the 10 years of getting shots, I'm thinking I was a guinea pig for first women getting the shot M 55 10 years
1X O		 4/28/2012
 3  To prevent pregnancy During GBP Was taking it for 20 years ( they didn't have that many years on the survey ) and was told the was a slight chance that I will get my periods back. Well after a year off the shot I'm cramping and spotting. Anyone else have this issue? I haven't had a period in 20 years and I don't even remember what to do!!!! F 37 10 years
150mcg		 1/27/2017
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 3  Birth control Breast tenderness, hot flashes, bones hurt and feel sick the day I get the shot, irritability, wanting to snap, recently (after 6 years) bled every 3 months until I got the shot again ,weight gain badly!!! Ive been on depo for 10 years never missed a shot other than a 6 month break 6 years ago and its just horrible I feel sick and my body hurts soo bad the day I get the shot I always feel on edge and moody and I absolutely hate it! The hot flashes are horrific had one this morning where I literally had to go outside and its november in michigan ... Always switching moods its all odd finally I told my fiance I'm done with it and November 4th was my last one and I promise I will never go on this roller coaster again!! Gained so much weight! Cant wait for this last shot to get out of my system!! Does NOT recommend F 23 10 years
1X O		 11/20/2020
 2  birth control Complete lack of sex drive, hair loss, weight gain, loss of period. Initially, I passed out immediately after receiving the shot. The nurse and doctor gathered around and my boyfriend was called into the room. Over time, I acclimated. I no longer had a period, which was a benefit. But my sex drive was NON-EXISTENT. A few times, I wasn't able to get my shot on time, and had excruciatingly painful cramps, profuse sweating, and was completely nauseous to the point of needing to vomit all through the night. I slept on the bathroom floor on many occasions. I'm certain there's a class action lawsuit against Pharmacia, the makers of Depo Provera, and I intend to join. F 33 10 years
 10/8/2008
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 2  prevent pregnancy No bleeding, been on shot since 2002 got.off in 2009 after child birth in july 2010 got back om the shot in august 2010. Terrible sternum pain, unexpected pregnancy, no bleeding, severe cramping, and diarrhea F 22 10 years
 12/21/2012

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