Marty - posted on 04/25/2011 ( 5 moms have responded )
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I've been on the Depo shot almost a year now and was enjoying not remembering to take a pill each day and the lack of a period every month, only occasion spotting. However I've been feeling different... irritable, mood swings, not motivated, lack of energy and getting these little "blackouts" when I stand up sometimes and was wondering if those were common side effects. I know every woman experiences it differently so I was wondering about the effects of it on other women. Thanks!
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Emily - posted on 04/25/2011
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I was having the EXACT same symptoms when I was on the depo (including the blackouts). I am anemic, so I contributed the blackouts to that... but then again I had never had them before going on the depo so you may want to up your iron intake while on it. I went back on the Mirena and my blackouts have nearly stopped (I need to take an iron supplement) AND my energy is returning AND I'm in control of my mood. I just finished my first and ONLY period while I'm on the Mirena. No more til I take it out or replace it! :) Talk to your doc about what types of things you want in your birth control routine & he or she can help guide you to a good option for you personally (I usually prefer a female doc to talk to about birth control because they know a little bit more personally what the side effects area and what to expect with each type).
Joanna - posted on 04/25/2011
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The blackouts warrant a visit to the doctor. All of the other symptoms are common with hormonal birth control. I would definitely talk with your doctor about what's going on, and consider another form of bc. Also, if you plan on becoming pregnant in the future, it can take a very long time for the depo to wear off.