Depo Provera injection — the jab
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The Depo Provera injection is a long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) — some people call it the injection or the jab.
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Depo Provera injection (not actual size)
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What is a Depo Provera injection?
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Depo Provera uses a hormone to prevent pregnancy. It’s given by injection. Each injection protects you from pregnancy for at least 13 weeks.
You need to have the injection every 13 weeks if you don’t want to get pregnant.
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How we can help you
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You can ask us for advice, help, or information about the Depo Provera injection.
We can:
- Help you use the injection to manage medical conditions related to your period
- Help you decide if the Depo Provera injection is right for you
- Give you your injection
- Provide repeat injections
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How do you get a Depo Provera injection?
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Make an appointment with us to get a Depo Provera injection. It’s a good idea to make repeat appointments in advance — so you don't miss an injection.
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What does an appointment cost?
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Our appointments are free for New Zealand residents under 22 years old. If you are 22 years, or older, you’ll pay our standard appointment fees — unless you are eligible for subsidised health care, or you have a Community Services Card. If you are eligible for subsidised health care, your appointment will be free. If you have a Community Services Card, your appointment will cost $5.
If you’re not a New Zealand resident, you’ll need to pay non-resident fees.
Check out our fees page for more details.
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