Description

What is the 150 mg contraceptive?

Contraceptive 150mg is a contraceptive that contains 150 mg of medroxyprogesterone acetate. The way this medicine works is mainly by stopping ovulation and, in this way, preventing pregnancy. It also alters conditions in the cervix and uterus in ways that help prevent pregnancy.

This medicine is for injection and should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional.

How Contraceptive 150mg Works

Medroxyprogesterone acetate is in a group of drugs called progestins. It stops ovulation, so there is a lower chance of an egg being released to be fertilised. It also changes the lining of the uterus and other conditions of the reproductive system that help prevent pregnancy.

Therefore, this method can be used for contraception without a need of a daily contraceptive tablet.

How often do you give the injection?

The prescribing information for the 150 mg intramuscular formulation recommends dosing approximately every 13 weeks. Given as an injection by a healthcare professional . It is important to keep appointments on schedule to continue protection from pregnancy .

If you cannot keep the appointment call your healthcare provider as soon as you can. They can figure out if you need another form of birth control while deciding when your next shot needs to be.

Potential Side Effects

As with other hormonal contraceptives, medroxyprogesterone acetate may cause side effects. Menstrual periods can change. Some people may have irregular bleeding or spotting, and periods may eventually become lighter or stop altogether.

Other side effects may include weight changes, headache, mood changes, abdominal discomfort or other individual reactions.

Contact your healthcare professional if you have side effects that do not go away, are severe or you had a problem with them.

Important Safety Information

Long-term injectable medroxyprogesterone acetate may reduce bone mineral density. Therefore, the prescribing information does not recommend injection as a long-term birth control method for more than two years unless other methods are inadequate.

Also, certain medical conditions might make people not suitable for this type of birth control. Tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have liver disease, unexplained vaginal bleeding, breast cancer, blood-clotting problems, or other important conditions.

The shot doesn’t also prevent HIV or other sexually transmitted infections. Using condoms and getting tested properly can also offer extra protection against STIs.

FAQs

What is Contraceptive 150 mg used for?

Medroxyprogesterone acetate injection 150 mg is used to prevent pregnancy.

How long does Contraceptive 150mg last?

The 150 mg intramuscular formulation is usually dosed every 13 weeks, according to prescribing information.

Can Contraceptive 150mg change the periods?

Yes. Menstrual patterns could change during treatment. Irregular bleeding or spotting may occur with initial use and periods may cease with continued use.

No, Contraceptive 150mg won’t protect you against STIs.

No. It prevents you from getting pregnant but it doesn’t protect you from HIV or other sexually transmitted infections.

Overall

Hormonal Contraceptive Contraceptive Medroxyprogesterone Acetate Injectable Suspension 150mg When administered by a healthcare professional on the recommended schedule, it can provide effective pregnancy prevention. But it also carries important risks and precautions, particularly when used for longer periods of time, regarding bone mineral density.