What are the advantages and disadvantages in using depo provera?

Many people rely on different types of birth control to help prevent a pregnancy from occurring. However, Depo Provera is one certain type of birth control method that several women have chosen to use as a form of contraception.
 
Depo Provera is a certain type of hormone that is very similar to progesterone and is given by your physician as a shot in your buttocks or arm. You will have to make regular three month visits for routine injections.
 
By having these Depo injections there is plenty of advantages such as not having to remember to take a pill on a daily basis, it will not interfere with any sexual intercourse, and is also very inexpensive. Just like everything has some disadvantages with their use, these injections might cause you to have unwanted side effects and they do not provide any protections against STDs. So, it is best if your partner wears a condom during sexual intercourse.
 
There are several side effects that are associated with the Depo Provera such as irregular menstrual periods or you may not even have one at all, headaches, depression, weight gain, and many others. Once you discontinue the use of these shots your period will generally return to normal.  
 
It is not recommended for a woman that has certain medical conditions to use these injections, so be sure and consult with your physician to make sure that this form of birth control is best for you. You just might be surprised at the results.