Dep-provera,anyone?

[deb]

Hi All

I am a family planning nurse and just wanted to clarify your queries with regard to contraception, even though it was a while ago.

Its true to say that Depo provera can affect your appetite. Its the sheer amount of hormone (3 months worth) being shoved into your body all in one go that can definately make you much hungrier. To be honest I personally wouldnt recommend it to anyone who is struggling with their weight as in my experience it doesnt help.
With regard to the 3 year implant (implanon). This is a great method of contraception and doesnt tend to increase appetite as it leaks a small amount of hormone into the system on a daily basis so shouldnt effect the appetite as much.

Hope this helps!!!!!!!

Deb

[sonkie]

Thanx Deb after a long chat with the practice nurse I came out with the progestrogen only pill.....Cerazette, this is classed as a mini pill but is a newish one for women over 70kg in weight which I am.
I am to take it on the first day of my next period.....and will be protected straight away !!!!

[deb]

Hi Sonkie

Good choice, I too take cerazette. It doesnt tend to affect appetite. What it can do initially is give you some light irregular bleeding. After this settles down some women dont have periods at all which is normal, some women have a regular, light period and some have irregular periods but they are very light.

Good luck, see how it goes

Deb

God I feel like im at work!!!!

[sonkie]

Hi Sonkie

Good choice, I too take cerazette. It doesnt tend to affect appetite. What it can do initially is give you some light irregular bleeding. After this settles down some women dont have periods at all which is normal, some women have a regular, light period and some have irregular periods but they are very light.

Good luck, see how it goes

Deb

God I feel like im at work!!!!

Lol.....though I am tempted to start it tonight as I know Im not pregnant, that was the only reason I was told to start it at next period.

[deb]

Hi

If you start it at any other time in your cycle it will yake 7 days to work. If you start it on the first day of your period it will work straight away.
If you decide to start it tonite, you will either have to behave yourself for 7 days or use condoms aswell

Deb

[sonkie]

Hi

If you start it at any other time in your cycle it will yake 7 days to work. If you start it on the first day of your period it will work straight away.
If you decide to start it tonite, you will either have to behave yourself for 7 days or use condoms aswell

Deb

I am using condoms too anyway.....so another 7 days wont hurt.......think I may start it tonight then. As its a couple of weeks till my next period....and wanna get it on the go...lol.

[Bagpuss]

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[sonkie]

Deleted - Posted on the wrong thread. Must Take More Brain Pills plus three packs plus 4 litres.

Lol bless .....rofl

[LAINEY]

Hello!
I had the Depo injection for around 6 years, no problems whatsoever, no periods, nothing! Had the Implanon implant done in April '06, which lasts 3 years, still no periods (yay!) and no problems! Only reason I switched, I was informed that Implanon contains less of everything (hormones) which can only be a plus-point in my book. It lasts longer than Depo, and as mentioned by someone before, at least you're not getting a surge of hormones every 3 months - it's a gradual release. I was totally aware of all possible side-effects, and was also given the printout which is attached to each dosage every 3months by the nurse (whether I wanted it or not!). This clearly lists all the side-effects too, even if your GP doesn't explain. All this garble is also contained on each Pill pack, or info leaflets on any contraception - or better still - ask! If anyone is planning on changing their method of contraception, you should always do your own research online, ask practice nurses/GP, take info leaflets, etc. The hp's are often busy, time limited, and probably cover the essentials, assumming you're going to read-up the other bits. Not ideal, but they don't generally go into detail about side effects on many other medications or treatments either! Anyways, enough already! I'd thoroughly recommend Implanon to anyone!

[Russiandoll]

I had a Depo jab on my GP's advice on Feb 8th and so began a nightmare lasting six months ... yes, it was SIX months before it was out of my system (I had my first proper period only three weeks ago).
I was 13st when I had the jab ... I am now around 16st. Half a stone a month gained! I wanted to eat for England and was so pre-mentrual with huge mood swings - it was awful.

Now I just feel cr*p without the help of Depo because of various things - the weight gain being one. It has destroyed my confidence and I'm utterly depressed. Trying to get back on track and lose what I've gained is a soul destroying task.
I'd never recommend Depo to anyone. Although I accept that SOME people might find it OK, it's such a gamble to have a mass dose of hormones pumped into your system: if it doesn't suit you then, basically, it's tough luck until it runs out and that might take longer than three months (double that time in my case).

What if I'd had another jab after three months? I'd still have had the residue from the last one and a new dose on top!! <shudder!!>
I asked my doc about side effects before the jab and he said I should 'be OK'. I wish I'd waited and done some research first ... after I had the jab, I looked on the internet and found out that over 70% of women experience weight gain on Depo ... perhaps not the best choice for those battling with a weight problem!

I'm quite interested in the sound of those implants (although I wish I could steer clear of hormones completely) - the small drip-feed of hormones sounds a lot better than a big dose on one go. I might enquire about it at my surgery.

[LAINEY]

Sorry to hear you've had such a mare with Depo, Russian Doll. My nurse told me that if any weight gain was to happen, it would be very noticable within the first 3months of the 1st injection. It was imperative therefore that if this happened, to inform her immediately, and no more Depo would be given. Not sure about everyone else who's on/had Depo, but I used to be weighed and have BP taken every 3months before it was administrated.
It would be fab not to have any extra hormones I agree, but if you're as adamant as I am not to have any kids, then so be it! I used to joke with my nurse asking if she'd put one jab in each butt-cheek - just to double make sure I wouldn't fall pregnant!!! Now I have the reassurance of the Implanon for 3 years! It wouldn't do any harm enquiring further about its' compatability for you Russian Doll. You never know - it may suit you perfectly! Fingers crossed for you!
ps: fabulously sunny here today - yay!!

[sonkie]

For anyone over 30 something I have forgotten and who is overweight........I was really set on one of 3 plans, depo injection, the implant or the POP, after careful consideration and the fact I could start the pill starightaway with extra protection for a week I chose the Progesteron only pill. Though was nearly swayed to have the implant, so if I dont get on with the pill I will change to the implant

[Mrs Pink]

Sorry to hear about your experience, RD. Sonkie do let us know how you get on with the new pill! Debs can you advise on how I would go about getting the Implanon? My next depo is due on 11th Sept - should I arrange to have it that day? Think that sounds best for me as I would def forget to take a pill .... cheers

[LollyPop]

To get Implanon you just need to phone your GP Practice and ask who the Doctor is that will administer it. Usually one per practice. My doctor did it during a normal appointment which was pre-arranged (as they have to order the implant from the chemist). You could also go to your local family planning clinic (gosh does that make you feel like a teenager!) - They also carry out these procedures.

[Mrs Pink]

thanks lollypop