Would it be safe for to start using the contraceptive injection?

Hi,

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I can understand your concern.

At 21 years old and with regular menstrual cycles, you are generally eligible to use the Norifam (Norethisterone and Estradiol Valerate) contraceptive injection, provided you have no major health issues such as blood clotting disorders, uncontrolled hypertension, liver disease, or a history of stroke or breast cancer. Norifam is a monthly combined injectable contraceptive that contains both estrogen and progesterone, similar to birth control pills, but is given as an injection once every four weeks.

It is a good option for women who prefer a convenient and discreet form of birth control without having to remember a daily pill. Since your weight is around 86 pounds, you fall on the lower end of the normal weight range, but that does not automatically make you ineligible.

Your doctor may, however, want to check your blood pressure, menstrual history, and overall health before giving the first injection to ensure that your body can tolerate the hormones well. The injection is usually given within the first seven days of your period, which ensures you are not pregnant and that the contraceptive protection starts right away.

Common side effects can include mild spotting, breast tenderness, mood changes, or temporary irregular bleeding, especially in the first few months, but these often settle over time. It is important to get the injection on schedule every month to maintain full protection. In general, Norifam is safe and effective for young women like you who want reliable birth control with minimal daily effort, as long as it is started under proper medical guidance.

I hope this information will help you.

Thanks.