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Depogen 150mg Injection

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)
Depogen 150mg Injection is used for contraception (preventing pregnancy). It helps to prevent development and release of egg from the ovaries during menstrual cycle thus prevents pregnancy.
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Product introduction

Depogen 150mg Injection is administered only by or under the supervision of doctor. It should be taken as your doctor advice. Your doctor will decide how much you need to take and for how much time. You should take this injection for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, nervousness, weight gain, and breast tenderness. If any of these bothers you, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It may also cause irregular menstrual cycle, spotting or your menstrual bleeds to stop altogether. Inform your doctor if you get heavy or prolonged bleeding.

Before taking this medicine, you must let your doctor know if you ever had any problems like history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver, or bleeding problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must not take it if you are pregnant.

Benefits of Depogen Injection

Treatment of Abnormal uterine bleeding
Depogen 150mg Injection is a synthetic progestin that replicates the effect of a natural female hormone called progesterone. It slows the growth of the lining of the womb before menstruation, which reduces the bleeding during menstruation. If heavy periods become such a problem that they interfere with your everyday life, then try taking things a little easier on those days. Some women find that relaxation techniques or yoga help them feel more relaxed and reduce stress. Getting a lot of exercise can also help.
Treatment of Endometriosis
Depogen 150mg Injection contains progesterone, a female hormone that is important in the regulation of ovulation and menstruation. It is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of natural progesterone in the body. You should use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. Avoid any stress and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully. Improving weight and nutrition may be recommended in females with eating disorders or malnutrition to get the maximum benefit from Depogen 150mg Injection.

Side effects of Depogen Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Depogen
  • Weight gain
  • Breast tenderness
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Irregular menstrual cycle
  • Nervousness

How to use Depogen Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Depogen Injection works

Depogen 150mg Injection is a progestin (female hormone). It works by preventing an egg from developing fully and being released from the ovaries during your menstrual cycle. It also alters the lining of your womb and thickens the mucus at the entrance of the womb, making it more difficult for the sperm to enter. This prevents pregnancy.

Quick tips

  • Depogen 150mg Injection is used for preventing pregnancy (contraception).
  • To avoid the risk of becoming pregnant you must take the injection once after every 12 weeks.
  • It is usually given into the muscle of the buttock or upper arm.
  • The injection cannot be reversed once it has been given and its effects last for at least 12 weeks.
  • Fertility does return once the injections are stopped, but the time varies for each woman.
  • It may cause irregular bleeding, spotting or your menstrual bleeds to stop altogether. Inform your doctor if you get heavy or prolonged bleeding.
  • Long term use can cause a loss of bone mineral density and increase the risk of weak bones and osteoporosis.
  • Do not take Depogen 150mg Injection if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a history of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, or bleeding problems.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Depogen 150mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

UNSAFE
Depogen 150mg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Depogen 150mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Nonhormonal contraceptives are preferred in breastfeeding women, especially during the first 4 weeks postpartum
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Depogen 150mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Depogen 150mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

UNSAFE
Depogen 150mg Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Depogen 150mg Injection is a birth control method for women. It is made up of a hormone similar to progesterone, which is naturally produced in the body. It helps to prevent the development and release of egg from the ovaries during menstrual cycle thus prevents pregnancy.
The first dose is usually given within 5 days of starting of your period. It is given as an injection into the muscle of the arm or buttocks, either by a doctor or nurse. A single dose of this injection is effective for 12 weeks. Therefore, after every 12 weeks you need to take this injection to avoid pregnancy.
No, Depogen 150mg Injection is only 97% effective, which means 3 out of 100 women using Depogen 150mg Injection may get pregnant. However, if you are taking every dose on time then the medicine can be more than 99% effective.
Yes, your fertility returns to normal after a few months of stopping Depogen 150mg Injection (on average three months, but it may take up to 1 year). However, if you are planning to get pregnant soon, avoid taking Depogen 150mg Injection unless otherwise prescribed by your doctor.
The side effects associated with Depogen 150mg Injection include irregular menstrual periods or no periods at all, weight gain, headache, stomach pain, dizziness, acne and breast tenderness. Do not worry, as most of these side effects are temporary. However, if these side effects persist, consult your doctor.
Depogen 150mg Injection starts working immediately if given within the first 5 days of beginning of your periods. But, if you receive the dose at another time of your menstrual cycle then it may take about 7 to 10 days to show effectiveness. Therefore, during these days, you must use some other contraceptive method such as condoms to avoid pregnancy.
Depogen 150mg Injection is almost 100% effective and has many advantages. A single dose works for at least 12 weeks. During that time, you do not need to take daily oral contraceptive pills. It does not interfere with sexual intercourse. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of endometrial cancer (cancer of the lining of the uterus) by 80%. It may also be helpful in relieving painful periods.
Depogen 150mg Injection injections should be given every 12 weeks. If you wait longer than 13 weeks between injections, you may need to take a pregnancy test before your next injection. You should opt for other methods of contraception, like condoms, for 14 days after having the late injection.

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Chemical Class

Gluco/Mineralocorticoids, Progestogins Derivatives

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GYNAECOLOGICAL

Action Class

Progestins (First generation)

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Patient concerns

Mild Bleeding without menstruation. This is happening from last one week. There is mild pain also. I have consulted a local gynaecologist she told that it is bcoz of weakness. Plz suggest the reason and proper medicine for this

Dr. Megha Gupta
Dr. Megha Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Please get a thyroid profile as well as ultrasound done to see what is going on. There is nothing like abnormal bleeding due to weakness. Abnormal bleeding is mostly due to hormonal issues.

Abnormal bleeding prolonged periods

Dr. Suman Rao
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
This can be because of hormonal imbalance. Get your hormones checked on 2nd day of your cycle. Consult a Gynae nearby
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Name: HLL Lifecare Ltd
Address: Mahilamandiram Road, Poojappura Thiruvananthapuram - 695 012, Kerala, India

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Country of origin: India
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