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A 16-year-old male asked:
How many shots depoprevora to contraception for women?
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Dr. Robert Finkanswered
Pediatrics 49 years experience
Every 90 days: For effective birth control, Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) 150 mg by intramuscular injection (shot) must be given every 90 days.
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