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For contraceptive action, Medroxyprogesterone acetate is given as an injection, which contains the hormone progestin. This is given every three months. The drug suppresses ovulation and prevents the ovaries from releasing an egg.

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Is it normal to have black discharge after Depo-Provera injection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is breakthrough bleeding and is a common side effect of Depo-Provera injections (Medroxyprogesterone).

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I am trying to conceive after stopping my birth control injections. Please guide me.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. How are you doing? The Depo-Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is supposed to disappear from the body within four months, but for some women, it takes longer.

What causes delayed periods after a previous Depo shot?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. I am looking at your menstrual cycle history.

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Is Medroxyprogesterone related to my bleeding after masturbating?

Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It would be better if you could share your complete medical history. Since many drugs are taken together, side effects are seen.

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What causes bleeding post-period following a Depo shot?

Hi, Welcome to our portal. Do you mean you had only one shot of Depo, eight and a half months ago? In that case, its effect is gone. It lasts only for three to four months only.

Even though I am on birth control injections, am I still ovulating?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. No, you are not ovulating. Let me explain.

What triggers bleeding post-contraceptive injection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It might be due to urinary tract infection or pelvic inflammatory disease.

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I had depo injection and am bleeding continuously. Is there any way to stop the vaginal bleeding?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you are a candidate in whom implanon (birth control implant) did not suit well. It is good that you got it removed.

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What is the duration of Depo-Provera injection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This injection is to be repeated every 12 weeks. This is quite an effective method of birth control when a lady cannot take oral pills.

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