What are the side effects of Depo Provera?
The majority of women who use Depo Provera report irregular periods and bleeding for the first 3-6 months. After that time, most women have no periods at all. This is not a harmful side effect and, in fact, some women consider the absence of periods as one of the benefits of using Depo Provera. Other possible side effects include: • weight gain, • acne, • excessive hair growth or hair loss, • mood changes, • depression, • headache, • nervousness, • nausea, • allergic reaction, • bloating, • breast tenderness or discharge, • dizziness, or • decreased sex drive. If severe side effects occur, it is important to contact your health care provider. Many women who experience side effects during the first few months of using Depo Provera find that they diminish over time.
