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Due for my 3rd depo-provera shot may 5th, am i able to have sexual intercourse up until that date and still be protected?

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Dr. Justin Diedrich answered

Specializes in Gynecology

On time; yes: Are you getting the Depo-Provera shots on time? If so ten you are protected and you can have sex. If you're getting it late then you need to use extra protection until a week or two after you get your next shot.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

Due for my 3rd depo-provera shot may 5th, am i able to have sexual intercourse up until that date and still be protected?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Justin Diedrich answered

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