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What You Should Know About Depo-Provera Internet URL http://opa.osophs.dhhs.gov/pubs/whatknow_depo.pdf This document also available in Spanish Sponsoring Agency Office of Population Affairs, U.S. Department of Health and Human Service Description A general overview about Depo-Provera -- a form of the hormone progestin given by injection to women to prevent pregnancies -- written for consumers. This brochure answers questions about the use and effectiveness of this contraceptive, and its side effects. The document is available online for viewing or downloading and in print. Related Topics Contraception Review Date 4/13/2004

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