Are Depo Provera® Shots Effective?
The shot doesn’t prevent sexually transmitted diseases. However, the depo shot is highly effective in most cases. Here are the facts concerning the effectiveness of Depo Provera® shots: • 1 out of every 100 women will become pregnant when taking the depo shot every 12 weeks. • 3 out of every 100 women will become pregnant when taking the shot irregularly. • If a Depo Provera® shot isn’t administered on time, you won’t be protected right away, and you’ll need other forms of birth control during the first week.
