What are the side effects or health risks of Depo-Provera?
Irregular bleeding is the most common side effect. For some there may be increased light spotting and breakthrough bleeding, whereas others may experience longer and heavier bleeding. For most women, after a year of use periods usually become fewer and lighter or may stop altogether. Depo-Provera has side effects similar to those experienced by users of oral or other hormonal types of contraception which include: Headaches Dizziness Nausea Breast tenderness Fatigue Moderate weight gain Change of appetite Other reported side effects include: acne, anxiety, backaches, bloating, depression, leg cramps, hair loss or excessive hair growth, or loss of sex drive. You should not use the injections if you think you are pregnant; consult your physician about using Depo-Provera while breastfeeding.
