Description
- Purpose Used as a contraceptive to prevent pregnancy. It is administered via intramuscular injection and provides long-acting reversible contraception. It can also be used to treat certain menstrual disorders and endometriosis.
- How It Works The injection releases medroxyprogesterone acetate, a synthetic progestin, which prevents ovulation, thickens cervical mucus to block sperm entry, and alters the uterine lining to prevent implantation.
- How to Use
- Administered by a healthcare professional via intramuscular injection into the gluteal or deltoid muscle.
- The initial dose is typically given at the start of the menstrual cycle or as directed by your healthcare provider.
- Repeat injections are usually given every 3 months (12-13 weeks) to maintain contraceptive protection.
- Follow your healthcare provider’s schedule for injections.
- Benefits
- Highly effective reversible contraception when used correctly.
- Long-lasting, with injections every 3 months.
- Does not require daily attention like oral contraceptives.
- Can reduce menstrual bleeding and pain in some cases.
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