Depo Provera User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Wor...
• January 29, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I cannot stress enough about how bad the Depo is! I got the shot in Sept. 2019 and am still having horrible side effects. I am so bloated, sore breasts, and having intense cramping. I've been bleeding non-stop for almost 5 months now. This is so depressing! Along with that, I am having extreme mood swings and depression. I never had either of those things before. I wish I could go back in time and never get this shot ever. I only had one shot, I had no idea these horrible side effects would last so long."

• M88...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 30, 2019

For Birth Control "This shot has actually ruined my life. I had one shot and never went back for another. I would say the first month and a half was fine (no problems), but I started to notice weight gain, which made me upset because since I started the shot, I’ve watched what I ate religiously to avoid weight gain... another thing is the mood swings. They are extremely uncontrollable and not normal. I can say I’ve developed extreme depression and lack of energy to do anything. I would describe myself as outgoing and energetic. Since then, I don’t know who I am anymore. Every other night, I cry, and if I’m not crying, I’m just so annoyed at everything, any small inconvenience to my life sends me into a downward spiral of emotions. This is without a doubt the worst thing that ever happened to me."

• Meg...
• January 14, 2015

For Birth Control "I got on the Depo-Provera shot at age 15 and just got off of it at age 20, and I am now on Seasonique (the pill). I didn't realize how awesome Depo was until I switched. Having no periods for 5 years was definitely great, I didn't gain any weight from the Depo even though it made me eat like I was pregnant with triplets for 5 years. There was minimal spotting, which I would take over periods any day. I got moody when I started getting close to my next shot due date, but that's about it. I would definitely recommend this birth control!"

• Rye...
• November 26, 2015

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "At first, I loved this shot, no period and very minimal spotting for only a day or two. Now I'm spotting for months at a time, clots with old blood, then fresh blood, then it stops, then it starts, and it's irritating as hell. I've been spotting for two months now, which has been a consistent occurrence for the past year on this shot. I'm over it."

• Sam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 30, 2023

For Birth Control "I first had my shot on 9/28/2022. I was told there were no side effects, so I went along with it and was all good for the next 3 months. When I was due for my second shot, I was a week late because I was experiencing chest pains and weird visions, so I went to the emergency room. The doctors did blood work and X-rays, and everything was normal. The doctor diagnosed me with anxiety. Never have I ever experienced anxiety in my life. I didn’t think much of it, I went and had my second shot. This is when shit hit the roof. 1-2 weeks later, I experienced dizziness, fatigue, anxiety, panic attacks, breathlessness, body aches, tiredness, irritability, vision changes, and a weird feeling like I'm going to die are some of the symptoms I've experienced. The worst of them all was severe, extreme, ongoing chest pains! I was diagnosed with Costochondritis and have had to have numerous tests to check my heart is all well. I’ve been in pain these whole 3 months and still am in pain. Has anyone experienced chest pain while taking this?"

• tnk...
• November 30, 2014

For Birth Control "I got this shot a few weeks ago, and my side effects are already horrible. I had anxiety before, but now it's so much worse. My mood swings are unreal, and my breasts have been so tender to the point where I can't touch them at all, and they've grown a ton. Not to mention the few pounds I've already put on in the short time. I will never take the shot again. I don't recommend this form at all. Once you get the shot, no matter how miserable the effects are, you can't do anything about it. Going back onto the pill once this wears off."

• Con...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 11, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have been on the Depo-Provera shot for 5 years. I love it, I haven't had a period since I got the first shot. Then one day randomly, I started spotting. I wasn't too concerned at first, but the bleeding went on and got heavier over a span of 2 months (I had been trying to get into the doctors, but that hadn't been working out). Finally, I was able to talk to my doctor, and it just turned out to be my body basically adapting to the progestin, so instead of coming in every 12 weeks, I come in every 10 to 11 weeks depending on if I start bleeding."

• Spr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "This is the horrible method of contraceptive ever. They must not continue giving this to patients. This bleeding won't stop, and I don't see a light at the end of my tunnel, plus depression, which I never had before. Don't, don't, please don't ever take this shot!!!"

• SEa...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 1, 2021

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I cannot believe the amount of women going through the same thing I am. Something has to be wrong here! Many of us used this form of birth control in the past with no problem, now suddenly in 2021, issues are arising? Something doesn’t seem right. I too am experiencing a constant period. This isn’t normal."

• Hig...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 11, 2015

For Birth Control "I am 21 years old, was placed on this medicine for having high blood pressure and it being an estrogen-free birth control. I was terrified of weight gain, spotting, and mood swings, all of which this shot is rumored to do. I have experienced absolutely no bleeding since my first shot, got the second shot today, and no weight gain (I do exercise daily). I have been somewhat emotional around the time of my normal period, but no more than usual. Overall, I love the shot, and having no period is a plus all around!"

• M D...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 25, 2020

For Birth Control "Got the Depo shot in August 2019. Had underlying general anxiety that was manageable. Now it is full-blown anxiety that required me to be on anti-anxiety medication for a year, then pending review. Do NOT take Depo-Provera. That is only one of the major side effects it caused. Now also have more painful periods after it came back and just a general feeling of being unwell. And take note that I only took one dose that lasted 3 months. Horrible experience. The entire 3 months on it, I also had constant nausea and headaches."

• van...
• November 17, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I first tried the shot a few years ago. I only got one shot. For the very first time, it lasted three months, so did my period, so I stopped. I now have a son, and I went back to the Depo shot, and my body has seemed to work with it now. I talked with my doctor, and she said that very common and to just go through with the 2nd and 3rd shot. Now I have no period, and I don't have to remember to take a pill. Please give it another try."

• kmc...
• October 29, 2009

For Birth Control "I am 29 years old, and I have had 3 jabs of the depo in the last year and a bit. MY PROS: No period pain every month. No babies (three is enough for us). No worries about tampons, etc. My CONS: headaches a lot, mood swings - I am a little depressed and snappy at the kids. I don't want to get intimate with my poor husband at all, and my face is covered in acne (not really, but for me, YES). I have gained weight!! (5 kg). I was supposed to have my next jab in June this year, and I didn't go for it, and I still don't have my period 5 months later!!! I think for me personally, it is no good."

• Anonymous
• December 16, 2009

For Birth Control "I have been on Depo Provera for about 8 years, and I've loved it. I haven't had any cramps, but I do spot for a couple of weeks before my shot is due. I never gained weight, although I should note that I have a very high metabolism. However, my doctor recently had me do a bone density test, and the results were not good. I'm 25, and my bone density levels were very close to those with osteoporosis. Studies show this is reversible once you are off the shot, however, the studies are not clear about the long-term effects. So, unfortunately, my doctor no longer wants me on the shot, and I am currently looking into another form of birth control."

• Aan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 12, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I have had irregular periods my entire life, but when I say Depo has made things even worse, I mean it. I got the Depo shot for the first time in January, a week after my period, and at the end of the month, I started spotting and cramping as if I was on my period, but my body couldn't pass any blood. Now it's a full month and a couple of weeks on Depo, and I have not stopped cramping or spotting since. It's scary because it really does feel like I'm on my period, but I just can't bleed. And when I do bleed, it's either dark brown or bright red. I don't think I'll be getting my second shot, not unless it can seriously change my cramping, bleeding, and anxiety."

• ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 24, 2021

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Well, I got my FIRST and ONLY Depo injection on August 28th, 2020. I got my 'period' on September 26th, 2020, which ended up being a never-ending period and spotting. It’s April 24th, 2021, and I’m still bleeding, but it’s not super heavy, but some days it can be. My doctor just gave me birth control pills, which I’m not taking, got blood work done on me, and I’m just here wanting this to end. I’ve never felt so disgusting with the never-ending period. Anyone who just had one injection, how long did it take for you to stop?"

• Bea...
• September 17, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I will never take this medication again. I haven’t taken it as long as some of the ladies here, but it’s been a month, and my OBGYN and the ladies there probably hate me because I called them off the hook until we figured out how to stop this bleeding, and I have been bleeding non-stop for a month. They first asked me to take a high dose of ibuprofen for 5 days, the ibuprofen actually minimized my bleeding, too, but still didn't stop it. So now I am taking estrogen pills to see if that stops the bleeding. If not, then the doctor said I will have to wait 3-6 months for this horrible Depo to leave my system. Can you believe they told me to take a second shot? It will help and be different. I was like, NO, never again. I regret doing this to my body."

• Lum...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 4, 2020

For Birth Control "Ok, so I have been on Depo-Provera for almost 10 years. My last injection was February 14th. I had a period for 3 days on June 1st, which is normal for me. Today is June 4th, 2020. I have been very nauseated. Could I be pregnant?"

• Man...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 27, 2015

For Birth Control "I would recommend this to everyone. My experience on the shot has been great. This is about my 9th month now, and I never had to deal with any crazy side effects like weight gain, acne, etc. However, in the first 3 months, I did have mood swings, but they were never worse than any normal mood swings (for example, period mood swings). I never got my period, bleeding, or any spotting until 6 months after I started the shot! And even then, my period was very light and quick. Be sure to drink a lot of milk or eat dairy to replace the calcium that gets stripped from your body by taking the shot. If you don't replace your calcium, your bones can become weak or you can experience more side effects. Just take care of yourself :)"

• Ilo...
• December 14, 2014

For Birth Control "I LOVE Depo! Been on it for about 2 1/2 years, only side effects are some weight gain (5-10 pounds) and minor cramping once a month maybe. I used to have TERRIBLE periods, ever since my first shot, I haven't had a single period or spotting. It's nice only having to go in once every 3 months. Definitely 10/10!"

• Anonymous
• March 19, 2009

"I have been on Depo for 18 years, and until just recently would have rated it a 10. I have never had a period or any other complications that I knew about. I have always taken calcium along with a multivitamin. Why the 1? Because while sick with bronchitis, I fractured 2 ribs coughing, and I am only 32. Come to find out, my doctor has attributed it to the Depo. My advice, make sure to talk to your doctor about a bone density test."

• jez...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 13, 2015

For Birth Control "I am 28 years old, I have been on the Depo shot for 3 months now to regulate my periods. My first 2 months, I didn't get my period at all, no side effects except a headache for the first week. Now into my 3rd month, and I have had my period for going on 3 weeks straight, and it's really stressing me out. I have been irritable these past weeks, major mood swings, and lost my sex drive. And no changes in my weight, but pretty sure I will not continue this method of birth control."

• NoM...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 22, 2012

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Been on this shot since June 14. Started experiencing abdominal pain on July 2 and spotting on July 4. Severe abdominal cramps as of July 4 that continue. I turned up anemic when I had not been just 1 month before. As of today, I am still experiencing abdominal cramps periodically, continue to spot or have what seems like a full-fledged period, alternately, without any pattern. My gynecologist placed me on the shot to stop my heavy bleeding due to uterine fibroids. I will not take a second shot, as along with the heavy bleeding continuing as before, I have severe pain, extreme fatigue, and weight gain even after increased physical activity."

• Bec...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 30, 2015

"Have been on Depo-Provera almost 3 years since being diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome and endometriosis, as it is the only contraceptive my consultant could recommend that doesn't allow ovulation. I can honestly say I find no faults with this contraceptive! I get it every 10 weeks as opposed to every 12 weeks to keep it built up and not allow bleeding. I was on the pill version before, and it didn't agree with me, but the injection has worked wonders! No pain, nausea, anemia, or bleeding! My life has changed because of this medication. I would honestly seek professional advice if you found this didn't work for you, as it may just be a case of dosage or time span."

• Adv...
• September 1, 2020

For Endometriosis "I have been on the Depo-Provera injection for close to 3 years for endometriosis. It has made a huge difference. Pain is gone or super mild. No periods. Downside, the injection site is always sore for a few days, as well as my legs after injection. I may spot for a little after injection as well. I can tell the injection is wearing off towards the end of the three months because I start feeling my endo pain and I start getting acne. Have I gained weight on the Depo? Yes. But I don't believe it to be because of the Depo. For one, these past three years I have dealt with a lot, and I mean a lot, of stress. Marriage issues, loss of a parent, moving, job stress, etc. I'm definitely an emotional eater. But these past six months I pulled myself together, started exercising, and eating healthier. I have lost 30 lbs!"