Hi I just started the depo shot on September 8th. I had a period on the 1st of august and I I was on birth control up until the 10th of august and started another period on the 14th of august. So I got on the depo on the 8th dof september which I took a preg test that day and it was negative. At the end of august nad beginning if sept I had unprotected sex. Is there a possibility that I may be pregnant?
Hiii, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Your last period was on 1st August and took pill up to the 10th august after that you got another period on 14th August. It was with Chat Doctor. You did unprotected sex at the end of August & beginning of Sept and started Depot Shot on 8th Sept after getting negative pregnancy test. Depot shot contains MPA and is very effective birth control method. Effectiveness is up to 3 months. Chance of pregnancy is very low more likely less than 1% per year. You may confirm your pregnancy by doing blood test for Chat Doctor after 7 days of your missed period date.Also, you have to concern about several side effects like irregular vaginal bleeding for first 6 to 12 months, sore breasts, change in appetite or wt gain etc. Always consult with your doctor if serious problem persists. Be well.