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A member asked:
On depo, want to try nexplanon. same side effects? do i have to wait until i'm off depo-provera to try a new birth control?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depo vs nexplanon: The main difference between the two is that Depo-Provera is progesterone, and Nexplanon is estrogen. Nexplanon is good for 3 years while Depo-Provera only lasts for 3 months. Depo will cause increased hair growth bone loss wile nexplanon will cause blood clots. If you want to switch you should wait until 10-12 weeks from your last Depo-Provera shot.
Answered 2/25/2015
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Higher: abnormal bleeding rates. Good birth control. I would overlap a little to make sure to stay covered.
Answered 8/4/2018
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