A member asked:

I have been on depoprovera injections for 12 years. i recently saw the fda had posted a warning not to exceed 2 years. what type of complications?

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Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Osteoporosis: Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) interferes with bone deposition, which can cause osteoporosis and decreased bone mineral density. There is also an increased risk of some types of cancer, like breast cancer.

Answered 6/30/2014

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