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I’m breastfeeding my baby. Can I use the injectable contraceptive (Depo Provera®/Depo Ralovera®)?


Answer

The contraceptive injection (Depo Provera®/Depo Ralovera®) is considered safe for breast-feeding women to use once their infant is more than six weeks old.



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