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    Depo-Provera | Birth Control Shot | Birth Control Injection

    • The birth control shot (sometimes called Depo-Provera, the Depo shot, or DMPA) contains the hormone progestin. Progestin stops you from getting pregnant by preventing ovulation. When there’s … See more

    Does The Shot Protect Against Stds?

    No. The shot is really good at preventing pregnancy, but it won’t protect you from sexually … See more

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    Depo-Provera (Birth Control Shot) - WebMD
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    How Do I Make The Shot Work Best For Me?

    To get the shot’s full birth control powers, you have to remember to get a new shot every 12-13 weeks. That’s about every 3 months, or 4 times a year. Most of the time, a doctor or … See more

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    Everything to Know About Depo-Provera (Birth Control Shot)
    The Depo-Provera shot can be a convenient, lower-maintenance birth control option. You receive it in a doctor’s office every 3 months to help prevent pregnancy.
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