A 18-year-old female asked:
If you get all your depo-provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) shots on time and get no period anymore is there still a chance pregnancy would happen? what are the chances?
3 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Grace Akoh-Arreyanswered
Pharmacy 17 years experience
Very low: As long as you get your shots on time , your risk of pregnancy is very low. If you think at anytime you might be pregnant , do a pregnancy test and see your doctor. Please remember to use condoms as Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot does not protect from sexually transmitted diseases..Also talk to your doctor about calcium plus vit d supplement for bone healthy. Take care.
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Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience
Depo works: Depoprovera failures are very rare. It is a very effective method. If you are concerned then take a simple test available at any pharmacy. No reason to stress out. Check a test and you will have your answer in minutes. It is normal to not have a period while on depo.
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Dr. Edward Jacobsanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 47 years experience
Very low: But not impossible....Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is 99% effective when taken as indicated.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Do you need to worry about pregnancy while on Depo-Provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) if you get all shots on time and no more period?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience
Depo works: Depoprovera failures are very rare. It is a very effective method. If you are concerned then take a simple test available at any pharmacy. No reason to stress out. Check a test and you will have your answer in minutes. It is normal to not have a period while on depo.
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Jun 30, 2014
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