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After Depo Provera Shot Noticed Prolonged Bleeding
Hi Doctor I m 34 Yrs, I have taken Depo provera shot last month and after that I m having prolong bleeding. My gyne priscribed Tab PAuse but no results it s the same even after taking 10 tablets per day 2. Kindly suggest what should be done as I m bored of this bleeding
Mon, 30 Mar 2020
Hi
Breakthrough bleeding, spotting, and changes to menstrual flow are some of the most common side effects during the first year of use.
Ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help reduce the inflammation and pain that may come with abnormal uterine bleeding.
While abnormal bleeding can be irritating and alarming, keep in mind that some irregular bleeding or spotting during the early months of Depo-Provera therapy typically means that the body is adjusting to the medication.
Being able to anticipate an abnormal flow when starting Depo-Provera therapy may help a person plan to wear pads, protective underwear, or tampons during the adjustment months.
If irregular bleeding becomes too much to deal with or threatens someone’s health by putting them at risk for anemia, stopping Depo-Provera therapy may be the best choice.But it takes 3 months after stopping the drug for all the side effects to reduce.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
Breakthrough bleeding, spotting, and changes to menstrual flow are some of the most common side effects during the first year of use.
Ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help reduce the inflammation and pain that may come with abnormal uterine bleeding.
While abnormal bleeding can be irritating and alarming, keep in mind that some irregular bleeding or spotting during the early months of Depo-Provera therapy typically means that the body is adjusting to the medication.
Being able to anticipate an abnormal flow when starting Depo-Provera therapy may help a person plan to wear pads, protective underwear, or tampons during the adjustment months.
If irregular bleeding becomes too much to deal with or threatens someone’s health by putting them at risk for anemia, stopping Depo-Provera therapy may be the best choice.But it takes 3 months after stopping the drug for all the side effects to reduce.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician
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