Medroxyprogesterone and Spotting: What Users Say (Page 2)

• chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 14, 2012

For Amenorrhea "I have a really hard time taking estrogen birth control, and I decided to get the Depo shot. After reading the reviews, I was so scared I canceled my appointment to get it. After thinking about it, I decided to just go ahead with it and see what happens. I've been on it a little more than 3 weeks, and I've noticed that I am a little more tired, and I have some pimples that are starting to go away. Other than that, I haven't had any spotting, tender breasts, sex drive changes, etc. Usually, before my period, I eat non-stop and have cravings, and it's nice to not have that! I will write again to update how it's going in a few weeks. I wanted to let people know not to be terrified. It may work for you, and if it doesn't, just don't get another shot."

• Kxo...
• June 10, 2015

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I've been on the Depo for over two years now. For the first 9 months, I experienced light bleeding/spotting, but the doctors told me to continue as it won't be long until my body got used to it. After my third shot, the bleeding just stopped completely. It is best to carry on with it because I haven't had a period in over a year, just occasional spotting every couple of months, if that. Weight gain was a problem for me, but I'm not overweight, and I can lose it if I stick to a healthy diet. Other than that, I've had no problem with the Depo, it's really not as bad as people are making it out to be. Once you get past the months of bleeding, you don't have to worry about a thing. :)"

• Mrs...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 23, 2016

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "Stay as far away as possible from this medicine. I took only one injection on Oct 11, 2015, during my cycle, with hopes of lightening my cycle, which was due to start on my wedding day, Nov 21, 2015. I started bleeding approximately 1 week after receiving the injection, it is now Feb 22, 2016, and I am still bleeding. It's a constant spotting, with a breakthrough of extreme heavy bleeding, soaking a pad within an hour. I am a newlywed and unable to satisfy my husband, I surely hope he doesn't go out and cheat due to this stupid shot. There should be some type of class action lawsuit. Depo Provera needs to come off the market."

• 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."

• 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."

• 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!"

• 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?"

• 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."

• Syn...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I took Provera 10 mg pills at the beginning of August for 10 days. Like 3 days later, I started spotting. 4 days later, the spotting got a little heavy with clots but never the regular flow of the menstruation cycle. Long story short, I've been bleeding lightly for the past two weeks, and I’m beyond annoyed."

• Syn...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2019

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I took Provera 10 mg pills at the beginning of August for 10 days. Like 3 days later, I started spotting. 4 days later, the spotting got a little heavy with clots but never the regular flow of the menstruation cycle. Long story short, I've been bleeding lightly for the past two weeks, and I’m beyond annoyed."

• 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!"

• 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."

• Jda...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 7, 2020

For Birth Control "I got this Depo-Provera shot in May on the first day of my period, and it stopped. Ever since then, I have been moody, have had cramps all day. It’s June now, and I’ve started spotting bright red. I’ve been feeling anxious all the time as well. Please don’t do this to your body!"

• Ell...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 8, 2022

For Birth Control "Do not take this shot. I took one dose, I discontinued use and didn’t get my second shot due to the side effects. I bled for 3.5 months straight. It was as if I had my period the entire time. I had to take iron supplements. I went to different doctors, no one really helped. They put me on estrogen, it slowed the bleeding for about 2 weeks, but I was still spotting. Then it just stopped working completely, and I was back to bleeding heavily again. The last week of it, at the 3.5 month mark, the bleeding was so heavy I debated going to the ER. It was one pad an hour at that point. After the heavy bleeding for about 3 days, it abruptly slowed down. It took about a week of spotting, and now it’s finally out of my system. In total, almost four months of bleeding. The shot stays in your system for a few weeks after the three month mark. If you’re experiencing anything similar, just wait it out and don’t take the second dose. This stuff's poison."

• Fig...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 4, 2016

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I had the shot on March 20, 2016. I had 2 weeks before the bleeding started. At first, it was spotting, but every day. Then it was heavier bleeding. Then it got so heavy I was changing an ultra tampon every 45 minutes to 2 hours, even at night. I was at my doctor's, exhausted from lack of sleep, crying, anemic, with hormonal acne, horrible back pain from constant period pain, and terrible mood swings. I only had the 1 shot. I refused any more. It's currently August, and I am still bleeding. There is no sign of it ending! I would not have this shot again, even if they paid me!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 16, 2020

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I got the Depo-Provera shot in July 2019 and was spotting till November. So upset, couldn't have sex, and I read something about red raspberry leaf tea and that it made the menstrual bleeding stop. I got my real period a week after and have one week on my period and one week off for the last 7 weeks, so I don't drink it anymore. But for the spotting, it is working! So PLEASEEE try it, everyone, it was a lifesaver. Just drink a heap of raspberry leaf tea as much as you can drink a day."

• Ang...
• June 6, 2011

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "31 years old, have been on Depo-Provera for about 3 years now due to terrible, awful, debilitating periods - the kind that made it hard for me to go to work. I did get spotting the first few months, but after that it was FREEDOM. No periods whatsoever. I didn't have any weight gain - still around 100 lbs and no other problems. I'm going to get NovaSure soon because I don't want to have to bother going to the pharmacy every three months, and I'm worried about the whole bone density thing - although my doctor said she was on Depo for 8 years without any problems. I would recommend this for anyone who wants a long-term but temporary way to get rid of periods. Don't suffer."

• Ki ...
• May 9, 2017

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I hate this damn shot. Got my first one in the beginning of March. Had a 7-day period, which I normally only last between 3 and 5 days, and then dark brown/pinkish spotting for 7 days after. I went 3 weeks with no period, and on 4/17, I started spotting again and haven't stopped yet, and it's 5/9. I'm not getting my next injection, which is scheduled for next month, at all. I'm letting this medication leave my system, and I don't recommend it to anyone. For all of this, I'd rather go off and deal with my regular periods, and my man and I will be careful. Depo is not a good birth control for anyone."

• Zam...
• September 7, 2014

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I've been on Depo for 1 year and 5 months, and first, my periods would last 2 weeks, 3 days instead of 5-7 days. After my 3rd shot, I had no more periods, but lately, my last 2 shots I've been spotting due to getting my shots at the 12th week instead of 10-11 weeks. I've had no complications in spite of the 20-25 lbs gain weight from the shot. This September, I'm due for another but have decided with my fiancé to put a hold on the shots. Just remember, ladies, everyone's body is different, so what may work out for me won't on others. If one birth control doesn't cut it for you, try another, the one that suits you best. Good luck."

• Jad...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 7, 2017

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I started Depo Dec. 19, 2016, and everything was going good until January 9, 2017, when I started my period and haven't stopped. It is now March 7, 2017. I'm not bleeding heavy, it's more like spotting, but for the past couple of days, it's been heavier, similar to a period, and I'm just so over it. I'm not going back for a second shot, which is due this month. I just want to know if someone else experienced this and how long the bleeding lasted. Did your periods go back to normal? I miss only bleeding for 6-7 days."

• Fri...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 5, 2017

For Endometriosis "This is the only medicine that I've tried that controls my endometriosis symptoms. It has been a miracle. The first shot caused intense hunger that lasted about a month. But I have not experienced any weight gain and have, in fact, lost 10 pounds with diet and exercise while on Depo. The first month also caused some bad adult acne, but I got that under control with acne washes. I've had some occasional light spotting that requires an ultra-thin pad for a day or two. There was one bad period when I was due for the second shot, but since then, I haven't had any periods at all. It's been six months, and this shot allows me to live a normal life, make plans, and work a normal job without having to miss numerous days."

• Anonymous
• June 6, 2022

For Birth Control "Well, my body ended up rejecting the Mirena twice, and my doctor said, 'Oh, we can do the Depo shot.' I got this shot a month ago, and I have had the worst time the past 14 days. I've had the worst diarrhea of my life that I've never had before. I've lost a total of 12 pounds in 11 days from just straight diarrhea. I now have a UTI, I itch so bad, and I hurt, and I just started spotting, which didn't happen when I first got it, so I think my body may be rejecting the Depo. I don't know if there's anything I can do but just suffer until it is out of my system. I'm very miserable. Has anyone ever experienced this besides me?"

• Ara...
• August 8, 2015

For Abnormal Uterine Bleeding "I took Depo in January while I was on my period. After my period stopped, like a few days later, I started spotting, and it never stopped. I told the doctor, but they insisted that it was a good method, so I took it again and scheduled the next shot. The spotting never stopped, I had a terrible appetite, and my moods were changing. I never went back to get the third shot. I regret ever taking Depo. I feel like I'm never going to have my regular menstrual cycle or have the sex I had before or stop using panty liners. This is very frustrating."