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For How Long Does The Effect Of Depo Shots Stay In The System?

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Posted on Tue, 31 Mar 2015
Question: Hi, i only had the depo shot once. After 3 monthes I was supposed to make another appoinment but I never did because of the systems I experienced and now I would like to know how long will it take to get out of your system if you only had the shot once?
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
3 to 5 months

Detailed Answer:
Hi

I understand your concerns about depot injection and delayed periods.

These depot injections typically have effects for about 3 months. In very few women they have effects up to 5 months.

Hence you need to wait till 5 months for the depot effects to subside completely.

Let me know if you need any more clarifications.

Regards
Dr. Soumya
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For How Long Does The Effect Of Depo Shots Stay In The System?

Brief Answer: 3 to 5 months Detailed Answer: Hi I understand your concerns about depot injection and delayed periods. These depot injections typically have effects for about 3 months. In very few women they have effects up to 5 months. Hence you need to wait till 5 months for the depot effects to subside completely. Let me know if you need any more clarifications. Regards Dr. Soumya