Question 1

started the depo shot in december 2019, ive been bleeding since then how do i stop this?

Accepted Answer

Early phase: of  starting depo-provera, causes any build up of the uterine lining, to began to shed.  Once this build up of tissue  passes, the bleeding should stop  with further depo treatment. It may take 2 shots to corrrect, 3 - 6 months.

Question 2

i've been on the depo shot for a month. what can i do to stop the bleeding? it's very annoying!!!

Accepted Answer

Evaluation.: Go see your doctor for an evaluation and treatment.  You are not going to stop this bleeding on your own.

Question 3

ive been on the 3 month depo shot since may and i had non stop bleeding from since.... what should i do ?

Accepted Answer

See your Gyn doc: It is not normal to have a period/bleeding for that period of time. I strongly recommend you get checked.

Question 4

i received the depo shot on 10/27/15. how long does it take affect for the bleeding to stop once administrated?

Accepted Answer

Stay the course: and it should stop within the next 1-2 months.  Most commonly it takes 2 months for your body to respond normally to the Depo shot, which should stop all menstrual flow eventually.  In the meantime, you should expect continual spotting and such.  But for most women the desired effect of no menstruation should be reached in a couple of months.

Question 5

was on the depo shot for 3 months & came off. been bleeding everyday going on 2 weeks. why is this happening & how can i stop bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Depo: Abnormal bleeding is a side effect of depo. While you are no longer protected from pregnancy, it may take a while for the depo to clear your system completely. The bleeding you describe is a normal consequence of coming off depo.

Question 6

hello i been on the depo shot for years and 2 months ago i stop getting the shot now i been bleeding for 3 weeks can you help me with any information ?

Accepted Answer

Irregular Bleeding: The Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) injection contains progesterone that is stored in your muscle after you get an injection.  When you stop getting the injection, it takes a few months for all the progesterone to get out of your system.  During this time it can give you some irregular bleeding.  If you have had unprotected intercourse, you should see a doctor to make sure it isn't pregnancy related bleeding.

Question 7

i have been on the depo shot for about a month and a few days ago i started bleeding. does this stop after the same amount of days as my regular perio?

Accepted Answer

Depo: As with all progesterone only contraception, abnormal bleeding is a side effect. This could be bleeding every day, no bleeding at all or anything in between.

Question 8

i'm bleeding on the depo-provera shot will it ever stop?

Accepted Answer

Eventually: It may last up to 1.5 years after your last shot. A real down side of that medicine. So you will likely need to wait and see what happens. But you may need other treatment in the meantime if the bleeding is a problem.

Question 9

i got the depo-provera shot a month ago and 2 weeks ago started bleeding. its not stopped. is there anything to stop the bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The Progesterone in the depo-provera shot can sometimes thin out the lining of the uterus so much so that the woman has constant bleeding. A cure for this is to take some birth control pills which contain estrogen to help build back the lining a little bit.

Question 10

i've been bleeding for like 3 weeks on depo shot?? moderate cramps and moderate bleeding. this is my second shot..? is it gonna stop!

Accepted Answer

Sorry to say...: This is a normal and expected side effect of DMPA injection, you should have been made aware of it by the prescribing provider. It often continues for 6-9 months before stopping. The bleeding is not heavy (don't get anemic) but can be annoying. You can wait for shot to wear off and don't get it again, then speak with a doctor about whether to continue. Good wishes.

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Started the depo shot in december 2019, ive been bleeding since then how do i stop this?

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I've been on the depo shot for a month. what can i do to stop the bleeding? it's very annoying!!!

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Ive been on the 3 month depo shot since may and i had non stop bleeding from since.... what should i do ?

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I received the depo shot on 10/27/15. how long does it take affect for the bleeding to stop once administrated?

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Was on the depo shot for 3 months & came off. been bleeding everyday going on 2 weeks. why is this happening & how can i stop bleeding?

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Hello i been on the depo shot for years and 2 months ago i stop getting the shot now i been bleeding for 3 weeks can you help me with any information ?

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I have been on the depo shot for about a month and a few days ago i started bleeding. does this stop after the same amount of days as my regular perio?

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I'm bleeding on the depo-provera shot will it ever stop?

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I got the depo-provera shot a month ago and 2 weeks ago started bleeding. its not stopped. is there anything to stop the bleeding?

A member asked:

I've been bleeding for like 3 weeks on depo shot?? moderate cramps and moderate bleeding. this is my second shot..? is it gonna stop!

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