Patient's question:
I got married recently this year and don't want to have children too early right now. For a while, I have been taking birth control pills. Sometimes, I forget to take them for one or two days. I heard that you can get birth control shots to prevent pregnancy, but I'm not very clear about it and want to learn more first.What kind of help do I need: How do you get the birth control shot?
Doctor's answer:
Generally, the contraceptive injection used in our country is called "monophasic progestin-only injectable contraception." Monophasic progestin—this name is no longer unfamiliar to us. In many contraceptive pills, progestin is the primary active ingredient. The contraceptive mechanism of the injection is to inhibit ovulation and alter the intrauterine environment. The dosage is administered every 2 to 3 months.The effect of monophasic progestin-only injectable contraception lasts for 2 to 3 months per dose, with an efficacy rate of over 99%. However, the drawback is that normal fertility may not return for a period after discontinuing the injection, typically within 6 to 24 months after the last dose. Additionally, side effects may include irregular bleeding, prolonged periods, increased menstrual flow, and weight gain in some women. The reasons for these side effects are the same as those of long-acting contraceptive pills: high levels of progestin stored in the body hinder reversible changes and significantly affect the body's cycle.