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Depo-Provera

Depo-Provera

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With insurance

Most insurance accepted

Board-certified clinicians

No hidden fees

Available nationwide

What is Depo-Provera?

Depo-Provera is a long-acting injectable contraceptive containing Depo-Provera acetate, given as a shot every three months to prevent pregnancy. It is more than 99% effective with perfect use and requires no daily action from the person. It works primarily by preventing ovulation, and secondarily by thickening cervical mucus to block sperm. Many users experience lighter periods or no periods at all, which some find a significant benefit. Fertility may take several months to return after stopping injections.

Ovulation suppression

High-dose progestin prevents the LH surge required for ovulation, consistently eliminating the possibility of egg release and fertilization throughout the 3-month injection period.

Cervical mucus thickening

Creates a dense cervical mucus barrier that significantly impedes sperm motility and penetration — providing a secondary layer of contraceptive protection even in the rare event ovulation occurs.

Menstrual changes

Many users experience significantly lighter periods, irregular spotting, or complete cessation of menstruation over time — a common and for many people welcome side effect of continuous progestin exposure.

Virtual visit with clinician

Ongoing support, always available.

Your care doesn’t end after your visit. Message your care team anytime to discuss side effects, ask questions about your medication, or request a refill.

We stay proactive so your care stays steady — adjusting your plan as needed and keeping you informed every step of the way.

What our customers have to say

Everything is upfront

Everything is upfront and exactly what they state. No hidden costs or fees. Great experience!

Leslie

5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot

I felt heard and they followed through

I felt heard and they followed through until my prior authorization was approved after it was denied. They maintained communication with me until I received my medication.

Nichelle C

5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot

Got refills quickly and affordably

I needed medication refills, and they were able to fill them quickly and affordably.

Mya Harbison

5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot

Quick and easy from booking to Zoom

Everything was quick and easy from booking the blood work to our Zoom appointment. The doctor was pleasant and attentive.

Judy S

5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot

Listened and responded right away

The physician I was paired with listened to all of my concerns and responded right away. She was thorough, and I received my medication within hours.

Camille

5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot

Prescription confirmed within 45 minutes

I’d run out of a medication while I was in the process of changing doctors. I provided some information, and my prescription was done and confirmed within 45 minutes.

Mark

5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot

Thorough history check and a prompt prior authorization

They were very thorough in checking my medical history for any possible problems with the new medication, and very prompt in handling the prior authorization with the pharmacy and the insurance carrier.

Louis

5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot

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