Had Depo Shot. Noticed Delayed And Brown Bleeding. Can I Take Primolut To Stop The Bleeding?

Posted on Sun, 14 Oct 2012

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Question : I had depo shot approx. 2 months ago and didn't have any bleeding. Then 10 days ago started brown bleeding, with no signs of easing. I understand this is a side effect, but can I take Primolut to stop the bleeding? Ive used this before the depo and they work well for me, but will it help me now? if not, then what can I do to stop the bleeding?

Answered by Dr. Minoo Bhagia (20 minutes later)

Hello
Welcome and thanks for the query

Yes it is a side effect of depo shot as it is known to cause delayed periods and irregular bleeding.You can take tranexamic acid orally under doctor's prescription for 5 days to stop the bleeding.If it still persists then you can switch over to progesterone or Primolut N as mentioned by you.Do not forget to take iron supplements.

Best wishes
Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Minoo Bhagia (1 minute later)

thank you for your answer. I already have Primolut here at home, is it ok to just start taking it now to stop the bleeding straight away while I am waiting for a doctors appointment?

Answered by Dr. Minoo Bhagia (17 hours later)

Hello and welcome once again

If the bleeding is troubling you much then you can take Primolut N , otherwise wait for another 2-3 days and it might stop on its own.

Best wishes

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar