Is Depo-Provera given IM or SC?

Depo-Provera IM is administered as a deep intramuscular injection in the upper outer quadrant of the deltoid or buttock muscle. Do not massage the area immediately after injection. Depo-subQ is administered as a subcutaneous injection into the anterior thigh or abdominal wall.

How is Depo-Provera administered?

Commonly called the depo shot or birth control shot, this medication is injected into your arm or buttocks. It contains a type of progesterone hormone Depo-Provera® shots provide protection against pregnancy for up to 14 weeks — though you typically need to receive one shot every 12 weeks.

Where is a Depo shot injected?

They give you the injection in either your upper arm or buttock. It can go into a muscle (intramuscular) or under your skin (subcutaneous). Depo-Provera prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation (the release of an egg by your ovaries).

How do I give the Depo injection?

Inject the Medication

1. Stretch the skin tight.
2. Hold the syringe like a dart. Insert the needle at a right (90°) angle to your skin.
3. Give no more than 3 ml (or cc) of medication in this site.
4. Dispose of the materials as you were shown by your doctor or nurse.
5. Wash your hands.

What are the disadvantages of Depo Provera?

Disadvantages of the Depo-Provera Shot You need to stop taking Depo-Provera several months ahead of time if you plan to become pregnant. It might take up to 10 months to get pregnant after you stop using it. It doesn’t protect you against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Use a condom for safer sex.

What are the disadvantages of Depo-Provera?

How long after Depo shot am I protected?

If you get the birth control shot (also known as Depo-Provera) within the first 7 days after the start of your period, you’re protected from pregnancy immediately. Otherwise, you need to use some form of backup birth control — like a condom — whenever you have sex during the first week after getting the shot.

At what age should you stop Depo-Provera?

Combined oral contraceptive pill or Depo-Provera is not recommended beyond the age of 50, but the UKMEC does not state an upper age limit for these contraceptive options. The British National Formulary advises the combined oral contraceptive pill should be avoided in women over the age of 50.

Who should not use Depo-Provera?

The possible long-term effects are not yet known, but Depo-Provera has been associated with an increased risk of breast cancer in women under age 35. You should not use Depo-Provera if you have: liver disease; breast cancer; blood clots, or unusual vaginal bleeding. Do not use this drug if you are pregnant.