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- Birth control type: Hormonal
- Failure rate: 0.3%
- Must be administered by doctor
- Use: Pregnancy prevention
- Alternate use: Chemical castration of sex offenders
- Duration: Lasts 3 months
- Cost: $35-$75 per injection
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Birth Control Injections are a form of hormonal birth control that are only administered in a physician's office. The shot is administered in a woman's arm and continues to prevent pregnancy for a period of three months.
While there was once two types of birth control injections available in the United States, Depo-Provera is the only one currently on the market. In 2002, Lunelle was recalled due to concerns on its ability to prevent pregnancy.
Birth control injections do not provide protection from sexually transmitted diseases. To prevent STDs, use a barrier method, such as a condom, in addition.
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Birth Control Injections Questions
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How often should one take Birth Control Injections? 2 AnswersAccording to mckinley.illinois.edu, Birth Control Injections are effective when it is received every 12-13 weeks. read more -
will the injection work if administered when you have the flu? 3 AnswersThe birth control shot (Depo-Provera) is effective for several months, while the flu usually lasts for only a few days. I could also find no evidence that the ... read more -
How young can a teenager should be to administer loopron injection birth control? 2 AnswersHi Cha-Chi, That seems like a question for your family doc, gynae, or family planning clinic. However, be sure that you research your choice thoroughly before t... read more
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How young is too young for girls to get birth control? 6 AnswersIt would appear that there is no medical minimum. In general, the parents should be deciding such an important health matter, although there is no clear age fo... read more
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