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Atm i'm taking an oral contraceptive pills.but it's kinda expensive & inconvenient.thinking of switching to depo provera shot,more cheaper.is it good?

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Dr. Ivy Fisher answered

Deep: Depo is an effective contraceptive and more compliant when people don't forget to take the daily BCPs. You just have to remember to get your shot every 3 months for consistency.

Answered 10/6/2016

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A member asked:

Atm i'm taking an oral contraceptive pills.but it's kinda expensive & inconvenient.thinking of switching to depo provera shot,more cheaper.is it good?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ivy Fisher answered

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