Depo-Provera IM

Depo-Provera IM Side Effects

Nausea, stomach cramping/bloating, dizziness, headache, tiredness, breast tenderness, decrease in breast size, acne, hair loss, or irritation/pain at injection site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Women using this medication may have irregular menstrual periods or heavier or lighter flow. You may also have some spotting between periods. Your periods may stop completely after you have been receiving this medication for about a year. If this occurs, your periods will normally return after you stop receiving this medication.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• mental/mood changes (e.g., depression)
• changes in sexual interest/ability
• swelling of the ankles/feet
• unusual/sudden weight gain

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

• bone pain
• unusual breast discharge/lump in breast
• abnormal severe/persistent vaginal bleeding
• persistent nausea/vomiting
• seizures
• severe stomach/abdominal/pelvic pain
• unusual weakness/tiredness
• dark urine
• yellowing skin/eyes

This drug may rarely cause blood clots. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects:

• chest/jaw/left arm pain
• sudden shortness of breath
• confusion
• coughing up blood
• sudden dizziness/fainting
• pain/swelling/warmth in the groin/calf
• tingling/weakness/numbness in the arms/legs
• sudden/severe headache
• slurred speech
• vision changes/problems
• weakness on one side of the body

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

• rash
• itching
• swelling
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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