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I took my depo-provera shot november 12th , its now dec 27th. i had unprotected sex last night. i feel unsure. should i buy plan b or am i safe?
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Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone): As far as pregnancy risk is concerned, you should be fine. The DepoProvera injection protects against pregnancy for 3 months. It does not however, protect against STDs, so keep that in mind and be safe.
Answered 12/27/2014
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