Depo Provera for Birth Control User Reviews (Page 5)

• Queen
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 14, 2019

"The Deop-provera Brith control shot is the worst!!! I had taken it seen last year of May 2018. When I got it the first time I was ok, just myself. The 2nd shot the same, 3rd shot the same but the 4th shot - it’s change me. I don’t feel like myself even my husband knew I wasn’t been my self. On Feb 2 when I got my 4th shot the first 2 weeks I was fine till out of no where. I felt different I was crying for no reason. I was super sacred what was going on because I never felt like this before. I was crying to mom because I didn’t know what was happen even my mom didn’t know. So I was talking to my sister and cousin about what going on. I told them I felt so down, I don’t feel like me. They all said "is it the birth control" and if it is after those 3 months it would be over. I been going to church and I’m praying to god that I get back to normal self again. Because all these side effects is not like me. I get it every women is different. A lot of people ask why don’t you try the pill or other things. Nope, no I would never take depo again."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 22, 2020

"I had my shot on April 17th 2020. My cousin recommended this birth control and she said its great cause you won't have a period for a long time. But its very opposite to mine. It is my 2nd week of spotting. Aside from that I have acnes all over my face. Mood swings, anxiety. I even had suicidal thoughts. I always dreamt of my man cheating and its so frustrating. Plus no sex drive. I don't feel like having sex. I don't recommend this at all. This will be my first and last. I'll go back to pills better."

• Hayle...
• July 28, 2013

"I got the Depo-Provera when I got the intrauterine device taken out. I've only had the Depo for three weeks but I've been bleeding everyday and because of being injected with hormones my mood has been awful I've practically broke up with me boyfriend so now it seems I've got the Depo for no reason. "

• Jasmine
• April 29, 2021

"In the past I haven’t been the best in remembering to take birth control pills so I figured this would be more convenient. I was aware of side effects like spotting and gaining weight but I suffer from really bad cramps and this was supposed to diminish that. For the first few weeks I was fine, I had one period and it was very light. But, a month later is when things really started to kick in. I’ve always suffered from anxiety and have had my episodes of depression here and there but this was unreal. I would have the worse mood swings; going from being intensely paranoid and borderline panic attack to suddenly feeling next to nothing. I felt so empty and numb and started questioning if I really even loved my boyfriend or if my life was even worth it...I just didn’t feel like me at all."

• Anonymous
• October 20, 2011

"I've been on the Depo shot for a yr and a half now and I have been bleeding ever since I took it. I have experienced a lot of weight gain and depression and tons of moods swings. You get cramps everyday as if you just got your period. I wouldn't recommend it if you don't like bleeding. Might work for some people but not for me. "

• silly...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 25, 2012

"During the nine months I was on the shot I had a constant period, sometimes heavy, sometimes light. I was tired all the time and began to have suicidal thoughts, which I've never had before. I had crazy mood swings and would start crying for no reason at all. I switched to Nuvaring and all my symptoms have gone away. I know the shot works for many people, but clearly it's not for me!"

• Girly...
• September 1, 2013

"I have been on the Depo-Provera shot for a little over a year now and I must say I love it! I did not have to pay a dime out of pocket since my insurance covered it, so it was free. Also, before starting this I took the birth control pill Aviane and I sometimes forgot to take it on time, so that's the reason why I chose to get on the Depo since you take it every 3 months. The Depo is very effective and is great preventing pregnancy, I barely get periods anymore, and the unwanted hair on my body started going away. I noticed that my hair grew longer too, but I don't know if it was because of the Depo shot or not. Other than that I will continue to use this form of birth control and I highly recommend this to other women."

• SaraBug
• May 7, 2015

"Honestly everyone's bodies work differently and I've heard horror stories about every type of birth control but this one has been really excellent for me. I've been on the depo shot for 5 years now (planning on switching soon). The shot does sting a bit so be sure it's injected into your hip instead of arm. First month I spotted nonstop, but I haven't had a single period since. No pregnancy scares. Very gradual weight gain for me, 25 lbs over the past five years. Cleared up my acne, have plenty of libido. I give it 10/10."

• Lou...
• November 6, 2018

"I recommend no one ever tries this. I had my first injection and felt fine for 3 month ( at least I thought I did). After my second injection felt completely different. Since having my second injection I don’t feel like the same person I have had 4 panic attacks and am suffering with BAD anxiety. I am constantly worrying about my health and diagnosing myself with all sorts all side affects of the injection. I feel like a severe hypochondriac at the moment. Not only has it messed with my mental health making me constantly worried anxious and stressed it has caused me to get cystic acne 2 weeks into my second injection I saw 3 spots appear on my face ( I’ve never ever had spots in my life) how wrong was that causing them to get bigger and painful, The more the injection wears off the smaller they seem to get. I have not yet been to my GP about my problem yet as I want to let it wear out of my body and pray I get back to my normal self and my skin gets better- DO NOT GET IT"

• Vicky
• July 26, 2019

"I’ve been on the Depo-Provera for 7 months and I haven’t stopped bleeding since. I’ve actually lost weight rather than gain any. I’m 20 and weight 109lbs when I got the shot. Now I’m 21 weighting 93lbs. I know I’m eating but my appetite just isn’t as normal as it was before. When I first got the Depo shot I didn’t bleed for a good bit it felt like I was backed up and my tummy felt bloated and I just felt sluggish. A month after I was supposed to get my period BAM! I started bleeding and still bleeding now. I’m experiencing heavy periods and horrible cramps. Besides the long agonizing period pains and stains I’ve also dealt with eerie mood swings and depression, I’d really feel so much emotions in one day. I stress so much for things that can be fixable and I jump the gun a lot too. What I’m saying is I don’t feel like myself at all. The Depo-Provera can effect people in different ways but for me I probably won’t go back to get my 3rd shot which is this August."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 19, 2024

"Surprised there’s so many bad reviews though I get everyone is different just surprised me with how this medication is great for me. I can’t take birth control pills due to a medication I’m on making them less effective and I would struggle to remember to take them anyway. I’m also not comfortable with IUDs or the like. It’s convenient, works well, no periods, no weight gain for me. I like it a lot. I slightly struggle with getting it on time and will experience slight bleeding but not a real period. That’s really my fault though for being late with it a few times."

• Anony...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 30, 2020

"DON’T DO IT I’m a nurse, had my mirena removed as 5 years had passed and wanted something short term for birth control. Thinking of baby planning... My gynae suggested depo, she didn’t give me any huge information but I took her recommendation. 3 weeks in I started crying for no reason and hysterically. I became anxious to the leave the house. I had achey hips, bloating, weight gain and hot flushes. When speaking to Drs and pharmacist they explained I was in ‘temporary menopause’ and I’d have to ride it out. I’m now 7 weeks in and still not feeling myself. My emotions have improved, I still have pain and bloating. Dreading coming off the depo and wished I’d conducted my own private research. Will not be taking the next injection let alone ever again. I’ve also been told ovulation can take months to return, which horrified me as I told my gynae I wanted short term contraception as was hoping to start planing for kids in a year max."

• kmason
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 1, 2013

"Been on this for about a year and a half. I actually do like it because it's convenient and you only have to get it every three months. I, however, have gained about 25 pounds. It makes you want to eat everything in sight and makes you an emotional being. It did not mess with my libido, which is a good thing. I don't get my period.. just usually spotting about two weeks before I'm due for another shot."

• girls...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 9, 2016

"I have been getting the shot since I was 16 (Now 22). No weight gain, no increased appetite for me but everyones bodies are different. I wasnt fond of the shot the first 6 months but all of my minor side effects dissappeared and my body became use to it. Once I wanted to conceive it took only 3 cycles to become pregnant. Now that I have my daughter I will be going back on the shot and hoping I still have a good outcome with it."

• keke
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 1, 2016

"I HATE this drug! The side effects are AWFUL! I woke up feeling the worst nausea every morning, to the point where I would sometimes vomit. It causes AWFUL headaches. I had a really large clot once along with killer cramps. My period was still irregular. Yes it was not as heavy, but it did cause spotting for a majority of the 3 months I was on it. My skin (WHICH HAPPENED TO BE GETTING CLEARER!) was breaking out throughout the 3 months and in places that I never used to break out in. Also, I went from being one of the happiest people, to majorly depressed with anxiety and mood swings. I now have the worst panic attacks. It will also make your sex life become HORRIBLE! PLEASE DONT TAKE THIS! Read all the reviews before you do!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 30, 2014

"I have been on Depo since last August (3 shots). I love it! I had two pill pregnancies, so obviously, I had to get on something that I didn't have to worry about remembering. In the first 4 months, I did have some bleeding issues (I would spot for weeks at a time), but I haven't had a period in a long time. I haven't experienced any of the other side effects either. I love it and I recommend it all the time!"

• jay
• March 25, 2013

"I always had trouble finding the right birth control for years now. Not only would certain ones contribute to a lot of weight gain or very bad mood swings, I was horrible with taking my birth control pill on time. I was having horrible cramping and pain with my periods to the point that I would have to call off from work! Since being on the Depo shot, I have had no side effects. I always eat a lot and I don't work out often so if I do gain weight, that's my own personal issue. I'm glad to read these reviews and to be informed about the bone density because my doctor clearly never told me that. I haven't had any mood swings or emotional break-downs like the other pills did to me!"

• TinaMar
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 29, 2013

"I was on birth control pills (Ortho Tricyclen Lo) for about 7 years. My DR told me I have high blood pressure. She thought it would be a good idea to get off the birth control pills to see if that was the main cause of the high blood pressure & recommended that I go on Depo instead. She told me I could get the shot right there and then, and then I would have to come back in 3 months and get another shot. I have only been on Depo for 2 months. The first month I never got my period. The second month I've had my period for 3 weeks. I can't have sex because I'm bleeding, I'm crabbier/moodier then usual. I can fall asleep just fine but I wake up at 5am every morning and can't fall back to sleep. Never had this happen before."

• The...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 15, 2013

"I've been on Depo-Provera for about 6 weeks now. As for my period it's been amazing. I haven't gotten my period once and I've gotten spotting once and it last around 2 seconds. Unfortunetly about once a week I get excruciating migraines to the point where I can't see. Also I am having such bad hair loss I'm starting to get worried. I'm also finding some foods I love, are making me nauseous and I've became slightly claustrophobic. The worst of all though are my constant mood swings. I am constantly mad over nothing at my boyfriend. Almost every other day I seem to get really mad out of no where. It's like I'm not myself. Depression isn't really an issue but it comes with my mood swings. I also have no sex drive whatsoever."

• jayoh...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 13, 2015

"I've been on the shot for 2 years, I've experienced no weight gain or any of the other common side affects. I have not had a single period and only spotted one time. I started the shot when I was 16, and now that I am 18, I want to change methods because it is recommended to not be on the shot for over 2 years because it can lead to osteoporosis. I have tried other methods before, such as the patch and the ring. But the shot was my favorite of them all. If I didn't have to switch methods, I would definitely stay on the shot."

• Forme...
• May 9, 2009

"After 2 years on Depo-Provera I decided to stop because I was concerned about not having my periods. My period didn't come back to normal until after 7 months, during this time off Depo I realized that suddenly my mood had improved and I wasn't sad all the time anymore. I switched to Alesse and now realize how bad Depo was for me. It made me moody all the time."

• udkm
• April 3, 2013

"It was very effective & I didn't experience ANY weight gain (I lost weight). My periods were short/light & it was nice not having to remember to take the pill everyday. I DID experience more PMS (also known as random crying), tiredness, dizziness, and light bleeding between periods. I heard your body starts to adjust to these symptoms after a while though, but I got too nervous about not getting my period every month, so I switched back to the pill. If you're on the fence, remember, every person is different, so why not give it try? It's only for 3 months at a time. You can always switch back to normal birth control if you have any issues."

• DevinP
• September 20, 2016

"I am writing this review because most people don't bother writing reviews when they have a positive experience, and it can sway others not to use depo when many women don't have issues. I have been on depo consistently for 5 years now, with zero complaints. In the first year I had irregular periods, and stopped having them completely after that. I get about one period per year now, if that. I did not get any acne, but I've never had acne problems anyways. I do believe depo causes weight gain, although it could just be because I started taking it at 18 years old (about 120 lbs) and now I'm 23 (145 lbs). I can't say for sure if it's the depo, but I have to work out just to stay the same. All around though, I would recommend depo 100%!"

• Hate_It
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 3, 2013

"I got my first shot the beginning of September after having a miscarriage of an unplanned pregnancy! Got the shot and thought I would be fully protected, WRONG!!! Low and behold, I am pregnant once again! I think the 99% rate is a bunch of bull because there are more and more people getting pregnant on this almost "flawless" birth control"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 12, 2013

"I have been on the depo shot for almost 10 months now and it hasn't been too bad. The only problems I've had is severe mood swings, nausea, and headaches daily. I'm a sick person anyways so I'm not sure if I've gotten other side effects but I do know those are from the depo. My periods are now pretty much gone. My second shot I had a period for about 2 months but it wasn't heavy. I plan on getting off of it though after this shot wears off because I have been reading a lot of bad things about the shot. Severe mood swings, depression, anxiety, hair loss, osteoporosis, infertility, etc. I eventually want to get pregnant but you can lose all options if you continue the shot for an extended period of time and I don't want that to happen."