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What You Should Know About Depo-Provera

Internet URL

http://opa.osophs.dhhs.gov/pubs/whatknow_depo.pdf  

This document also available in Spanish

Sponsoring Agency

Office of Population Affairs

Description

A general overview about Depo-Provera -- a form of the hormone progestin given by injection to women to prevent pregnancies -- written for consumers. This brochure answers questions about the use and effectiveness of this contraceptive, and its side effects. The document is available online for viewing or downloading and in print.

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Review Date

4/24/2007