Depo Provera User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• youngna
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 24, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have been receiving the Depo shot since July 2013. This has been my first and only birth control I've taken and a huge benefit is that I am not worrying about taking a pill. However, for the past 6 months I have experienced spotting. It is not enough blood to need to wear a tampon, however it is very dark blood which stains underwear. This has been extremely frustrating to me and I am now trying to decide what will be my next best option of birth control will be."

• Hope...
• October 9, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I go the shot in late August and a week after getting the shot I bled continuously with no signs of stopping for 14 days and I was panicking and found this site. I scrolled for hours and found a comment that saved me!!!! If you are continuously bleeding go get some raspberry leaf tea and drink 4 cups of it a day.( I would just permanently the night before put two tea bags in a 16 ounce glass bottle with honey and let sit over night) I took this for two days and the bleeding was still there but very light. However I needed it to stop completely because my boyfriend of a long distance relationship was coming that weekend. So I went on amazon and ordered natural estrogen supplements and took those with the tea every day and the bleeding completely stopped after 4 days and I haven’t bled since. The estrogen supplements also stopped my bad mood swings and my heat flashes as well, I feel back to normal. I HOPE THIS HELPS YOU GUYS GET YOUR LIFE BACK"

• Hate...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 22, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "This is my second shot and I am still bleeding like the first one. The shot is supposed to work for 3 months, but for some reason, I get about a month only. After that, I literally have my period every day til I get my next shot. This shot has not been helpful at all. On top of getting my period every day for 2 months, I gain weight like crazy too. Too many cons, I would rather not be on the shot."

• Stop...
• August 3, 2015

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "If I could give this shot 0 rating I would. Lets start with I've always had a normal period before this unexplained side effect of a shot. This shot was administer to me in April and I didn't stop bleeding until July 31st. After doing my own research and taking matters into my own hands it has finally stopped. I went to the doctor countless of times trying to figure out how to stop the bleeding. I took (BLACKSTRAP MOLASSES) if I could type that in bold letters and in a bigger font I would. When I tell you on the first day of taking it the bleeding was much lighter and on the 5th day it was gone. All I took was one tablespoon daily."

• Shay...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 3, 2020

For Birth Control "For the last 3 months I've been non stop bleeding. My hormones are way out of whack and it's making me want to literally do ANYTHING to stop the bleeding. This drug also made me gain close to 100 lbs in 2 years. Before this drug I was a size 2. Now a 16..."

• NikkiNY
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 21, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Is there a class action suit against this company??? We need to start one!!!! After getting 2 Depo Provera shots, I bled for a YEAR and a half STRAIGHT!! I had 3 blood transfusions until my doctor said there is no other option other than a hysterectomy. I was 39 years old then and was planning on having another baby with my husband but I couldn't. My blood level was 5.3 at one point, my doctor said it was the lowest he had ever seen in any patient."

• Shae
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 6, 2020

For Birth Control "This birth control Depo-Provera is the worse birth control ever made. Don't get it - it will mess you up. I bled every single day for months and good birth control doesn't make you bleed everyday heavy so you can't have sex anyway. Think about your options don't choose Depo-Provera it's awful "

• nonthvg
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 11, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I only had one shot. It lasts 3 months. During those months I got my period the first month & not the other two. Now I came down to Trinidad on vacation before I was able to get my second shot. Now I've been bleeding for 3 months STRAIGHT. I know this is abnormal. I have the worst cramps, & my whole body hurts. "

• Dizzy...
• December 19, 2020

For Birth Control "I am now 34 and getting really really fed up with contraception. I’ve had my kids and I’ve tried them all. Each one seems to have these nasty side effects for me. I feel us women have to go through the mill with all these awful side effects. Some women won’t even know it’s because of contraception and end up so confused because most healthcare professionals will tell you it’s not the contraception that is causing the problem. My husband is now getting the snip I’ve told him enough is enough. Men should take more responsibility I’ve been doing it for 20 years now. Anyway! The depo. I stupidly decided to get it whilst my husband waits for the snip. So week 1 banging headaches. Piercing side headaches - paracetamol and ibrofen wouldn’t even work. Week 2 - back ache. Terrible back ache. Ended up going to physiotherapist. Week 3 - joint pain all over. Week 4 - weight gain. Week 5 - thrush. Week 6 - depression. I am now on week 7 and I just want this all over."

• Bee
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 6, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I really wish I saw this page before I took the depo :( I got onto birth control to be with my boyfriend and for the first month I only had spotting for 3 days and it stopped. Then around the 2nd month, I bled very heavily and passed a huge placenta sized clot. Scared me to death. I had panic attacks and depression for a week. Went to the doctor because I felt so sick I thought there was something seriously wrong with me. They said "its normal", gave me ibuprofen and left me on my way. The bleeding stopped for 4 days and started again. I haven't had sex with my boyfriend in so long and I'm so tired of bleeding. I'm tired, sad, and angry all the time. I can't have sex without there being so much blood. The amount of shame, sadness, and embarrassment I feel is immeasurable. I'm so mad the doctors never told me any of this would happen and now I'm scared it's going to last longer. I'm so tired of crying over this."

• al400
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 30, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Hi I've been on the shot since the beginning of May. I've been bleeding constantly for 7 months with very frequent headaches. I almost thought I was anemic at one point due to the shot. However it was very effective in preventing pregnancy, but definitely not worth all the other symptoms."

• Skyly...
• May 14, 2021

For Birth Control "I do not recommend depo injection! I thought getting on it was going to help my period issues, also the fact I was told I had endometriosis (which turns out I don't).When I got on it I was fine for the first month and loved not having a period or the pain that came with it. By the second month my moods started to change and I got very mean and aggressive towards people and anything they say. By the third month I was a total train wreck! I would cry constantly, and I fought with literally anyone and everyone!. I decided to get off depo for the greater good of relationships with my family and my boyfriend. I thought getting off it was gonna be a problem solver but I got off it and it got worse!. Multiply the other issues I talked up by x10!. Which now also includes; cramps, terrible emotional problems and thoughts, questioning my relationship (it comes in waves I love him tremendously and then my brain goes do you?), and more unfortunately. Please read reviews before getting on depo!!."

• Angel
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 7, 2020

For Birth Control "On 9/13/19, the nurse gave me the 1st depo shot but she didn't said nothing about the side effects. I spotted until 1 week before thanksgiving. Then I bleed every other day. I gained a few pounds, no sex drive, vaginal dryness and had some strong cramps. On 12/29/19, I went to the ER and the doctor said Depo is making me bleed and it should stop within couple months. After that day, I bleed heavier everyday & I was getting tired of it. I went online to see reviews about this & I discover a remedy. I took two 1300mg Evening Primrose oil capsule each day and on the 5th day my bleeding stop. The FDA should never approve this shot. I hope one day the FDA will take this off the market. No lady should suffer like after taking a medicine that should help them."

• Bano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 5, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "The depo-provera is horrible. Had my son July 2019 and had depo I have been spotting since then, I could hardly tell if I get my period because there is blood everyday. I hope my fellow women get this message before they take this horrible shot."

• Violi...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 2, 2015

For Birth Control "Everyone I talk to seems to have had different experiences with Depo. For me it has been a perfect experience, but my sister had a horrible time with it. I had very light spotting after the first shot during what should have been my monthly period, and since then have had absolutely no period or spotting. My weight has remained at a constant level the entire 4 years that I've been taking it, and I haven't experience moods swings, hair loss, or any of the other common symptoms. My doctor warned me that the shot could make my migraines worse, but I haven't noticed any difference in prevalence or severity. Everyone's body reacts differently, but it is definitely worth trying. I love this form of contraception - no periods and no babies!"

• Anonymous
• September 29, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I started my shot around June of this year and since then I have not stopped bleeding. My doctor is prescribing Nuvaring to put on top of my shot to see if it will stop the bleeding. I will definitely post my results."

• Nickn...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 9, 2020

For Birth Control "When I first got the shot I bled for a month straight. This is pretty normal. Then I didn’t have a period for the duration of my time on the shot. However....I kept starting and stopping. Don’t do this or else your body will have to start all over again. Like if you stop and start you body will have to go through the cycle and you might go through the bleeding for spotting for a month or so.. But after my 3rd start over I just didn’t bleed anymore during the adjustment period. I was on depo for around 2.5 years and I got paranoid that maybe I might become infertile. That’s a risk for almost every medication though. I’m currently off the shot. It took 6 months for my period to come back after I stopped the shot cycle for good. Which is what actually scared me the most about me being infertile even more. But 10/10 pregnancy prevention for me. This baby was like metal armor for me. I am hoping to get back on it soon."

• Jenniw
• August 22, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Had the shot once, no bleeding the first two months then the third month a four week long period. Didn't go back (due for another shot May third) and I've pretty much been bleeding/spotting the whole time. April-September and still going strong."

• Pip...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 20, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "This shot has caused me so many issues. I got it only once. Before the shot, I had abnormally heavy periods that lasted 6 days, and to be honest I'd rather go back to that. My body has had so many issues. The first month, things were fine. The only issues I had within the first month was headaches and nausea (the nausea got EXTREMELY severe at times, I actually had to grip onto my boyfriend just to get stable or lie on the floor). Then came the second month, EXCESSIVE SPOTTING. I also got major depression and hated everyone. I am currently on my third month of the shot and I am still spotting heavily, and sometimes bleeding. Due to the shot, I am now anemic and facing heading to the ER, but I can't because I do not have insurance."

• Refin...
• April 18, 2013

For Endometriosis "I love the Depo shot. No side effects at all. I read so many negative reviews before I took my first shot. I have experienced none of the side effects I read about in the reviews. I have not had any break through bleeding as many people described. I have had no periods after the first shot. Before Depo, I had painful cramps before and during my period. No pain and no weight gain. I am so pleased with this form of birth control."

• Overb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 26, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I had my first shot and the first three months were fine. After the second shot I haven't stopped bleeding. When I was due for my third shot my doctor advised against having it. It should have worn off by now. I am still bleeding, now five months after my second shot, it feels like it is never going to stop."

• Wedge
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 25, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Well I had last shot on 4th November should have had it re done end of January since then I’ve bled constantly really heavy and big clots massive in fact I've been the docs today sending me for scan make sure all is ok he did say can take while to get out of body. I’m also anaemic so bloody marvellous no pun intended keep u posted xx"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 4, 2013

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I started my Depo shot around September a week or two before I was about to get my next shot I started my period. I thought when I received my next shot it might stop it. It didn't. I am still on my period and it is April. I have my next shot today and this is my last attempt if it continues I will be switching back to the pill. Not only that but I had major weight gain and depression."

• saugu...
• June 8, 2009

For Birth Control "It started off great, for the first month. But then by the second month, my period became a monster. It lasted for so long and started on a very random day that wasn't even close to my regular period cycle date. Also, I'm on an emotional roller coaster ride and almost constantly angry at something or someone. I don't like this at all. "

• Blood...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 29, 2017

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I wish I could give this a ZERO star. They warned me that I could have some abnormal bleeding.. but, nobody warned me that I'd be bleeding enough to support the Red Cross. My blood count is low - which it never has been before. Not to mention the acne, the attitude, the sore breasts, and the emotional instability to go along with it. The REAL reason this works as a birth control is because nobody on this medication is doing anything even remotely related to sex (oh yeah, I forgot to mention - no sex drive). Even if you had a sex drive, it's a bloody war zone!! Nope! Hopefully someone, anyone really, will read this and think "nope, I'll go a different route", and I will have saved someone some MAJOR heartache and struggles."