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Freedom Inject Contraceptive Injection

Introduction to Freedom Inject Contraceptive Injection

The administration of the Freedom Inject Contraceptive Injection should only be done by a doctor or under their supervision It is important to follow your doctors advice regarding the dosage and duration of the injection Take the injection for the prescribed period as determined by your doctor It is common to experience some side effects from this medicine such as headaches dizziness abdominal pain nervousness weight gain and breast tenderness If any of these side effects bother you inform your doctor They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or prevent them This medicine may also cause irregular menstrual cycles spotting or the cessation of menstrual bleeding altogether If you experience heavy or prolonged bleeding inform your doctor Before taking this medicine inform your doctor if you have a history of blood clots stroke heart attack liver problems or bleeding problems It is also important to inform your doctor about any other medications you are currently taking as some may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine or alter its effects Finally it is crucial not to take this medicine if you are pregnant
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What is Freedom used for?

Freedom is a birth control method for women. It is made up of a hormone similar to progesterone, which is naturally produced in the body. It helps to prevent the development and release of egg from the ovaries during menstrual cycle thus prevents pregnancy.

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Can I become pregnant after I stop using Freedom?

Yes, your fertility returns to normal after a few months of stopping Freedom (on average three months, but it may take up to 1 year). However, if you are planning to get pregnant soon, avoid taking Freedom unless otherwise prescribed by your doctor.

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When and how to take Freedom ?

The first dose is usually given within 5 days of starting of your period. It is given as an injection into the muscle of the arm or buttocks, either by a doctor or nurse. A single dose of this injection is effective for 12 weeks. Therefore, after every 12 weeks you need to take this injection to avoid pregnancy.

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Does Freedom provide 100% protection from pregnancy?

No, Freedom is only 97% effective, which means 3 out of 100 women using Freedom may get pregnant. However, if you are taking every dose on time then the medicine can be more than 99% effective.

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What are the side effects of using Freedom?

The side effects associated with Freedom include irregular menstrual periods or no periods at all, weight gain, headache, stomach pain, dizziness, acne and breast tenderness. Do not worry, as most of these side effects are temporary. However, if these side effects persist, consult your doctor.

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When does Freedom start working?

Freedom starts working immediately if given within the first 5 days of beginning of your periods. But, if you receive the dose at another time of your menstrual cycle then it may take about 7 to 10 days to show effectiveness. Therefore, during these days, you must use some other contraceptive method such as condoms to avoid pregnancy.

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