Depo Provera for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 2)

• Anonymous
• August 6, 2020

"I’ve been on depo-provera shot going on 9 months and so far I love it because I have absolutely no periods and only spotted maybe once for twice for a few hours and that’s it. I haven’t gained much weight even if I did. I was weighing around 115 when I was active but since college and not being active I’m up to 120. I cramp every now and then but mostly when it’s almost time for my next shot! I’ve heard some bad things about it though so not sure how long I’m going to keep doing it but so far I love it!!"

• College...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 13, 2014

"I started this birth control at 145lbs 5'3 so I was already a little heavy but I was working out and eating healthy to keep losing weight. The first shot seemed fine. By the second shot, I gained 5lbs which I thought was odd but the doctor said it was normal. I then started becoming very depressed and spent most of my days sleeping or in bed. I gained another 10 lbs. when it was time for the third shot. The 3rd shot made me gain 25 more lbs where I was at 185. I always ate relatively healthy and went to the gym. And I decided to not take the 4th shot. And it's been about a month past when I was supposed to take the 4th shot and I'm finally starting to lose weight. I'm at 175 now and still have a long way to go."

• jezlynn
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 13, 2015

"I am 28 yrs old, I have been on the Depo shot for 3 months now to regulate my periods, my first 2 months I didn't get my period at all, no side affects except a headache for the first week. Now into my 3rd month and I have had my period for going on 3 weeks straight and its really stressing me out, I have been irritable these past week, major mood swings and lost my sex drive. And no changes in my weight, but pretty sure I will not continue this method of birth control."

• Sam
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 30, 2023

"I first had my shot on 28/9/2022. I was told there were no side effects so I went along with it and was all good for the next 3 months. When I was due for my second shot I was a week late because I was experiencing chest pains and weird visions so I went to the emergency room. The doctors did blood work and X-rays and everything was normal. The doctor diagnosed me with anxiety. Never have I ever experienced anxiety in my life. I didn’t think much of it, I went and had my second shot. This is when shit hit the roof. 1-2 weeks later I experienced: Dizziness, fatigue, anxiety, panic attacks, breathlessness, body aches, tiredness, irritability, vision changes, and a weird feeling like I'm going to die are some of the symptoms I've experienced. The worst of them all was severe, extreme, ongoing chest pains! I was diagnosed with Costochondritis and have had to have numerous tests to check my heart is all well. I’ve been in pain these whole 3 months and still am in pain. Has anyone experienced chest pain while taking this?"

• Ilove...
• December 14, 2014

"I LOVE Depo! Been on it for about 2 1/2 years, only side effects are some weight gain (5-10 pounds) and minor cramping once a month maybe. I used to have TERRIBLE periods, ever since my first shot I haven't had a single period or spotting. It's nice only having to go in once every 3 months. Definitely 10/10!"

• M D
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 25, 2020

"Got the Depo-shot in August 2019. Had underlying general anxiety that was manageable. Now it is full blown anxiety that required me to be on anti-anxiety medication for a year, then pending review. Do NOT take Depo-provera That is only one of the major side effects it caused. Now also have more painful periods after it came back and just a general feeling of being unwell. And take note that I only took one dose that lasted 3 months. Horrible experience. The entire 3 months on it, I also had constant nausea and headaches."

• HighB...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 11, 2015

"I am 21 years old was placed on this medicine for having high blood pressure and it being an estrogen free birth control. I was terrified or weight gain, spotting, and mood swings, all of which this shot is rumored to do. I have experience absolutely no bleeding since my first shot, got the second shot today and no weight gain (I do exercise daily). I have been somewhat emotional around the time of my normal period, but no more then usual. Overall I love the shot and having no period is a plus all around!"

• Anonymous
• December 16, 2009

"I have been on Depo Provera for about 8 years and I've loved it. I haven't had any cramps but I do spot for a couple weeks before my shot is due. I never gained weight, although I should note that I have a very high metabolism. However, my doctor recently had me do a bone density test and the results were not good. I'm 25 and my bone density levels were very close to those with osteoporosis. Studies show this is reversible once you are off the shot, however, the studies are not clear about the long term effects. So, unfortunately, my doctor no longer wants me on the shot and I am currently looking into another form of birth control."

• Megan
• January 14, 2015

"I got on the Depo-Provera shot at age 15 and just got off of it at age 20, and I am now on Seasonique (the pill). I didn't realize how awesome Depo was until I switched. Having no periods for 5 years was definitely great, I didn't gain any weight from the Depo even though it made me eat like I was pregnant with triplets for 5 years. There was minimal spotting which I would take over periods any day. I got moody when I started getting close to my next shot due date but that's about it. I would definitely recommend this birth control!"

• Elle
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 8, 2022

"Do not take this shot I took one dose, I discontinued use and didn’t get my second shot due to the side effects. I bled for 3.5 months straight It was as if I had my period the entire time I had to take iron supplements I went to different doctors, no one really helped. They put me on estrogen, it slowed the bleeding for about 2 weeks but I was still spotting. Then it just stopped working completely and I was back to bleeding heavily again The last week of it, at the 3.5 month mark, the bleeding was so heavy I debated going to the ER. It was one pad an hour at that point After the heavy bleeding for about 3 days it abruptly slowed down. It took about a week of spotting and now it’s finally out of my system In total almost four months of bleeding The shot stays in your system for a few weeks after the three month mark If your experiencing anything similar just wait it out and don’t take the second dose This stuffs poison"

• Manda...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 27, 2015

"I would recommend this to everyone, My experience on the shot has been great. This is about my 9th month now and I never had to deal with any crazy side effects like weight gain, acne, etc. However, In the first 3 months I did have mood swings but they were never worse than any normal mood swings (for example period mood swings.) and I never got my period, bleeding, or any sporting till 6 months after I started the shot! And even then.. My period was very light and quick. Be sure to drink a lot of milk or eat dairy to replace the calcium that gets stripped from your body by taking the shot. If you don't replace your calcium, your bones can become weak or you can experience more side effects. Just take care of yourself :)"

• Jdano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 7, 2020

"I got this Depo-Provera shot in May on the first day of my period and it stopped. Ever since then I have been moody, have had cramps all day. It’s June now and I’ve started spotting bright red. I’ve been feeling anxious all the time as well. Please don’t do this to your body!"

• Meelah
• June 13, 2020

"So I took my shot in May 2020 after my period came off and at first I had tenderness where they injected me in the butt. It's June now after two weeks I started feeling period pains but not a period just cramps really bad and nauseous, because when I get my periods I have to boo boo a lot throw up and I get hot n cold and cramp really bad, and have no appetite. Like I would not recommend but if you have cramps bad drink some tea with ginger in it and honey the ginger helps so much almost instantly love you guys God bless"

• kmcmu...
• October 29, 2009

"I am 29 years old and I have had 3 jabs of the depo in the last year and a bit, MY PRO'S: No period pain every month. No babies ( three is enough for us ). No worries about tampons etc. My CONS: headaches alot, Mood swings - am a little depressed and snappy at the kids, I don't want to get intimate with my poor husband at all, and my face is covered in acne (not really, but for me YES). I have gained weight!! (5kg) I was supposed to have my next jab in June this year and I didn't go for it and I still don't have my period 5 months later!!! I think for me personally, It is no good."

• Anonymous
• June 6, 2022

"Well my body ended up rejecting the mirena twice and my Dr says oh we can do the DEPO shot I got this shot a month ago and I have had the worst time the past 14 days I've had the worst diarrhea of my life that I've never had before. I've lost a total of 12 pounds in 11 days from just straight diarrhea. I now have a UTI I itch so bad and I hurt and I just started spotting which didn't happen when I first got it so I think my body may be rejecting the DEPO. IDK if there's anything I can do but just suffer until it is out of my system.. I'm very miserable has anyone ever experienced this besides me ??"

• 123987
• December 10, 2013

"I have just recently got my second shot a few weeks ago, and since I received my first shot I haven't had any periods or abnormal bleeding or spotting. I don't even get any side effects. It has helped so much since, I used to get severe painful cramps and lay in bed for the week when I had my periods. It makes me have a lot less things to worry about like chance of pregnancy, periods, cramps, and a lot more things my body was emotionally drained from."

• Becca
• August 29, 2014

"I started the shot when I was 17 about to be 18. I am now 20 about to be 21. Very effective at preventing pregnancy. However, I have terrible mood swings, migraines, and weight gain. When I started taking Depo I was the healthiest I have ever been. Slowly but surely I put on the pounds and my depression became unbearable! The first year I didn't gain much, maybe ten pounds and went from a size 4 to a size 6. I weighed 135, now I weigh about 170. It's horrendous! I just switched birth control yesterday, so I hope it treats me better than Depo Provera!"

• Lacey
• December 21, 2014

"I'm due for my second shot next week. I'm very torn about getting it. When I got the shot, I didn't have any side effects. (at first) Every month since the shot I bleed for about 3 weeks straight. It really bothers me. One of the main reasons I got on it was to try to help my periods. Just makes them worse!"

• Shay_...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 22, 2014

"I LOVE Depo-Provera! Only 1 shot every 3 months. Unlike the stupid pill which I keep forgetting to take. Weight gain is the only negative thing for me, which I don't really care for. No mood swings, no period. So I'm super happy with my shot yay!"

• Mikaela
• April 6, 2016

"I read all the reviews prior to trying this injection, so i was quite apprehensive. Honestly best contraception i have ever used. Have had no side effects, no bleeding and don't ever get my period and it is 100x more convenient than taking the pill. I have been using it for almost 12 months. My advice for people is don't get too concerned by reading all the reviews, obviously drugs react with people differently so for some people it may not be suitable but it is great for me!"

• Nat
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 8, 2013

"My first shot of Depo-Provera was almost three months ago and I am due for my second shot in less than two weeks. I will not get that second shot and must say Depo-Provera worked very bad for me. I've been bleeding straight for two months now, awful mood swings and depression, extensive hair loss and no sex drive at all. "

• 9r9
• September 7, 2014

"Very effective but bad side effects. I'm 17 and I've had two doses of it but I won't be continuing it. I have gained weight that is IMPOSSIBLE to lose, I get head rushes and I feel dizzy almost every time I stand up and lots of cramping. I stopped getting my period but one every month-two months I have a few drops of blood but that's it. I'm not happy with the shot but it was effective."

• Anonymous
• March 17, 2023

"I received my depo shot a bit over a month ago. Two days after I started having migraines. The migraines progressed over time and I’m at the point where I have been unable to go to school, the gym, and just have a life whatsoever. I’ve had three phone appointments and three in-person appointments trying to fix these migraines and nothing works. I’ve been on at least 7 different pain medications including Imitrex, Zofran, naproxen, etc. Nothing works. I have back pain and neck pain every day with these headaches, along with constant hot flashes that make me drip sweat and always feel tired, fatigued, drowsy, and nauseous feeling like I’m going to throw up. I’ve always had perfect health and since this shot, I’ve been stuck in bed for a month. It also kills your appetite (they say it makes you gain weight) but I don’t have an appetite and I’m constantly losing weight. The doctors do nothing for me, they just throw a bunch of medications at me that makes it worse."

• What...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 19, 2017

"On Depo for 19 months, began taking it after my second child. Had no period. Major mood swings, constant exhaustion and trouble sleeping. No sex drive- after some research, I discovered why.. Depo is used as a CHEMICAL CASTRATION drug for sex offenders in multiple states. -My Dr did not mention that I was drugging myself like a convicted sex offender, did yours?"

• Magzx
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 6, 2016

"I've been on depo provera since October I had to switch to this as I was getting migraines from the pill I was on, I've just gotten my 3rd injection 2 days ago. It's the best choice I ever made!! I know a lot of people get bad side effects but I got none, I got no bleeding and my periods have stopped completely which is a bonus as I used get extremely bad cramps. I have had an increased sex drive which is a good benefit and if anything my boobs have gotten a small bit bigger and I've maintained my weight! I was put on this merely for contraception as I'm 18 with a boyfriend but I couldn't recommend this more, I read reviews before I got it and was terrified but it's worth a shot if you're unsure!"