{"id":2117,"date":"2024-03-21T14:22:16","date_gmt":"2024-03-21T18:22:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sosgrossesse.ca\/contraception\/contraceptive-injections\/"},"modified":"2025-04-09T14:28:24","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T18:28:24","slug":"contraceptive-injections","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sosgrossesse.ca\/en\/contraception\/contraceptive-injections\/","title":{"rendered":"Contraceptive injections"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns col-direction-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-direction-mobile-order-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full image-contraception\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"351\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sosgrossesse.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/injection-contraceptive.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sosgrossesse.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/injection-contraceptive.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.sosgrossesse.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/injection-contraceptive-300x140.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This method is also known as &#8220;injectable contraception&#8221;.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Composition <\/strong>: Highly effective, reversible method containing only progestin. Injected four times a year, it&#8217;s an ideal method for people who find it difficult to follow a daily, weekly or monthly routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Efficiency<\/strong>: 94% in typical use, 99.7% in perfect use<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost<\/strong>: Approximately $45 for 3 months. <em>Prices may vary by location.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How it works<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Thickens cervical mucus to block sperm access to the ovum  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thins the endometrium, making it difficult for the egg to implant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directions for use :<\/strong> The injection is administered by a\u2027e healthcare professional\u2027levery 12 weeks. It is usually performed in the upper arm or buttocks.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where can I buy it? A prescription is required to use this method of contraception. Consult your doctor, pharmacist\u2027ne, CLSC, medical clinic or S.O.S. Pregnancy nurse for a prescription. The injection must be performed by a\u2027e nurse\u2027\u00e8re, usually at the CLSC. Certain\u2027e\u2027s school nurses\u2027\u00e8re\u2027s can also prescribe this contraceptive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"purple margin-top-60 avantage\">Benefits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity hr--wave\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list avantage-list\">\n<li>Need to be injected only 4 times a year, without a daily routine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May lead to cessation of menstruation for more than 50% of users\u2027rice\u2027s after the first year and more than 66% after the second year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduces menstrual cramps, the risk of endometrial cancer, and the frequency of convulsions in epileptics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can also relieve symptoms of endometriosis, PMS and chronic pelvic pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suitable for women who cannot take estrogen, who are breast-feeding, or who are over 35 and smoke<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"purple margin-top-60 avantage\">Disadvantages<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity hr--wave\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list avantage-list\">\n<li>Initially, irregular bleeding is frequent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May cause a decrease in bone mineral density, which may normalize once injections are stopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May result in an average weight gain of 5.4 lbs after one year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wait 6 to 10 months after the last injection for the ovaries to start producing eggs again.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Injection must be administered by a\u2027e healthcare professional\u2027le<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column green-notice margin-top-60 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading h3 purple\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n<div style=\"padding-top: 0rem; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0rem; margin-top: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; \" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f2f2f200; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f2f2f200;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" style=\"color: #933e89; \"><strong>Is the contraceptive injection effective from the first day of use?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\">\n\n<p>It is advisable to wait 7 days for the contraceptive injection to be fully effective. During this time, use another method of contraception, such as a condom.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f2f2f200; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f2f2f200;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" style=\"color: #933e89; \"><strong>What to do if there is bleeding between periods?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\">\n\n<p>Bleeding between periods (spotting) does not affect the efficacy of the contraceptive injection. If you have any concerns, consult a\u2027e healthcare professional\u2027le.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f2f2f200; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f2f2f200;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" style=\"color: #933e89; \"><strong>Is it true that it can take several months to become pregnant after stopping the contraceptive injection?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\">\n\n<p>Yes, it&#8217;s advisable to alternate application areas to avoid skin irritation, limiting yourself to the arm, shoulder blade, lower abdomen or lower back.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f2f2f200; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f2f2f200;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\" style=\"color: #933e89; \"><strong>Is it possible for the contraceptive patch to peel off the skin?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-47f0b1c9-5ae6-41fb-b115-9bd1b97e90ea\">\n\n<p>On average, it takes 6 to 9 months after the last injection to return to a full menstrual cycle and conceive.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"purple\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sources: \u00c7a se planifie. A guide to choosing the right contraception, on The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC). Available at: https: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caseplanifie.ca\/\">\/\/www.caseplanifie.ca\/<\/a> (consulted on 08-2024).<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column col-direction-mobile-order-1 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><nav class=\"is-responsive wp-block-navigation is-layout-flex wp-block-navigation-is-layout-flex\" aria-label=\"Navigation\" \n\t\t data-wp-interactive=\"core\/navigation\" data-wp-context='{\"overlayOpenedBy\":{\"click\":false,\"hover\":false,\"focus\":false},\"type\":\"overlay\",\"roleAttribute\":\"\",\"ariaLabel\":\"Menu\"}'><button aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Open menu\" class=\"wp-block-navigation__responsive-container-open\" \n\t\t\t\tdata-wp-on-async--click=\"actions.openMenuOnClick\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleMenuKeydown\"\n\t\t\t><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\" 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