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A member asked:

Does depo-provera provera (medroxyprogesterone) stay in your system until your period comes back?

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Dr. Bryan Treacy answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Not necessarily: Typically, Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is in your system for approximately 105 after the last shot. It is effective for 90 days after the last shot. Menstrual periods may not return for several months after Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) wears off.

Answered 6/30/2014

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