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When it's my depo shot due if i got my last on on 6-3-14. and i've been on my menstrual cycle for almost 2 weeks when should it stop?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Every three months: The Depo-provera shot is due every three months when used for birth control. That means you should have your next shot around 9-3-2014. Most physicians would give the next shot within a week or two before or after the due date and you would still be protected.

Answered 8/6/2014

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A member asked:

When it's my depo shot due if i got my last on on 6-3-14. and i've been on my menstrual cycle for almost 2 weeks when should it stop?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

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