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A member asked:

I haven't got my depo-provera shot in almost 5 months. my husband and i are planning to start a family now. is the shot out of my system yet?

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Yes: Depo p is generally given every 12 weeks and can last up to 16 weeks in your system, but should be gone after 5 mos.

Dr Klauber agreed

Answered 11/6/2013

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