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How long does depo-provera birth control last in your body after your last shot & you discontinue it?

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Up to a year: Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is effective for birth control purposes for 12 weeks. However, fertility is decreased for up to 1 year from the last shot.

Answered 8/20/2017

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