Douglas, MA
A 20-year-old female asked:
If i were to take my depo-provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot last minute would it increase the chances of pregnancy?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Shiao-Yu Leeanswered
Specializes in Gynecology
No: Depo-provera does not increase the chance of pegnancy.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
What are the chances of an accidental pregnancy while your on Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) and have perfect use of the shot?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 30 years experience
DEPO works: There is nothing in your question that would provide a clue as to what your real worry is about. I can tell you that the Depo-Provera shot is very effective at preventing unwanted pregnancy.
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5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
San Pablo, CA
A 19-year-old female asked:
Can the Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot mess up your chances for pregnancy ?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Charles Whitinganswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 29 years experience
No: Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) won't decrease your chances of getting pregnant after it wears off. You should know, however, that it takes about 8 months to completely wear off. Its only "guaranteed" for 3 months but it will dimish your chances of getting pregnant for 8 months after your last injection. After that, it doesn't affect your pregnancy chances. Best wishes!
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3.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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A 19-year-old female asked:
Can the Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot affect the result on a pregnancy test?
Dr. Liza Kunzanswered
Maternal-Fetal Medicine 23 years experience
No: There are no known side effects like this. Your home pregnancy test should be reliable.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
Does the Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot affects the results on a pregnancy test?
Dr. Felicia Tillmananswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 31 years experience
NO: Depoprovera has no estrogen or beta HCG so it will not affect a home pregnancy test.
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4.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 18-year-old female asked:
Do you need to worry about pregnancy while on Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) if you get all shots on time and no more period?
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Depo works: Depoprovera failures are very rare. It is a very effective method. If you are concerned then take a simple test available at any pharmacy. No reason t... Read More
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5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 25-year-old female asked:
How long does it take after first injection of the Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) to be affective to prevent pregnancy ?
A Verified Doctoranswered
Obstetrics & Gynecology 36 years experience
Two weeks: You should use backup contraception for the first two weeks after receiving your first shot.
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3.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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A 17-year-old female asked:
What are the chances of Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) not preventing pregnancy? why? im on the Depo-Provera started july 2013 never spotted until April 2014 it was very light
Dr. Charles Whitinganswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 29 years experience
Most likely: If you get your injections when they are due every time, the chance of getting pregnant on the intramuscular Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is .7%... Read More
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4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Oct 19, 2013
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