Injectable Progestogen Contraceptive — Uganda (General Adult population)
DMPA-IM
150 mg deep IM into deltoid or buttock every 12 weeks. Do not rub the injection site.
DMPA-SC (Sayana Press)
104 mg subcutaneous in thigh, arm, or abdomen every 12 weeks.
Late Injection (>2 weeks late)
Rule out pregnancy before giving next dose. Use back-up FP for 7 days.
Side Effect: Amenorrhoea
Reassure that this is common and not harmful.
Side Effect: Heavy Bleeding
Give 1 COC pill daily for 21 days OR Ibuprofen 800 mg 8 hourly for 5 days.
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