Along with its needing effects, a drug may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your family doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects was happen
More common
Changes in uterine bleeding - increased amounts of menstrual bleeding occurring at regular monthly periods; lighter uterine bleeding between menstrual periods; heavier uterine bleeding between regular monthly periods; or stopping of menstrual periods
Less common
Mental depression; skin rash; unexpected or increased flow of breast milk
More common side effects may occur that usually don't needed medical attention. These side effects may go away during treat as your body adjusts to the drug. However, check with your family doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common
Abdominal pain or cramping; diarrhea; dizziness; fatigue; mild headache; mood changes; nausea; nervousness; pain or irritation at place of injection or place where implants were inserted; swelling of face, ankles, or feet; unusual tiredness or weakness; vomiting; weight gain
Less common
Acne; breast pain or tenderness; brown spots on exposed skin, possibly long-lasting; hot flashes; loss or gain of body, facial, or scalp hair; loss of sexual desire; trouble in sleeping
Not all of the side effects listed above have been reported for each of these medication, but they have been reported for at least one of them. All of the progestins are similar, so any of the above side effects may occur with any of these medication.
After you stop using this drug, your body may need time to adjust. The length of time this takes depends on the amount of drug you were using and how long you using it. During this period of time check with your family doctor if you notice any of the following side effects:
Delayed return to fertility; stopping of menstrual periods; unusual menstrual bleeding - continuing
More common side effects not listed above may also occur in some diseaseds. If you notice any other problems, check with your family doctor.