Description:
Chemical Name: MEDROXYPROGESTERONE (me-DROX-ee-proe-JESS-te-rone)
Depo-Provera is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. It is also used to reduce pain cause by endometriosis.
Depo-Provera may also be used for other purposes as determined by your doctor.
Cautions:
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medication include changes in menstrual flow, breakthrough bleeding, spotting, missed periods, weight gain, headache, weakness or tiredness, stomach pain or discomfort, nausea, trouble sleeping, dizziness, hot flashes, acne, nervousness, hair loss, decreased interest in sex, breast swelling or tenderness, pelvic or joint pain, leg cramps or pain and swelling or redness at the injection point.