DepoProvero Flashcards
1
Q
When is Depoprovera contraindicated for use?
A
- Liver/genital/breast cancer
- Liver disease
- Undiagnosed PV bleeding
- Enzyme inducing drugs
2
Q
How does the Depoprovera work?
A
- Stops ovulation
- Increased cervical mucus thickness
- Thins Endothelium
3
Q
How long does the DepoProvera last for?
A
3 months
4
Q
What are side effects of Depoprovera?
A
- Headache
- Acne
- Mood changes
- Weight Gain
- Periods - stop/irregular/longer
- Osteoporosis
5
Q
What are draw backs of using depoprovera?
A
- Must remember to change every 3 months
- Extended time for fertility to return
- Once given cannot remove - lasts for 3 months
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