Can I eat st john's wort with Contraceptive injections?

No, avoid it. St John's wort can affect how medroxyprogesterone works.

Can I drink alcohol with Contraceptive injections?

Yes, with care. Alcohol will make dizziness and tiredness worse. Limit intake if you get these side effects.

Can I eat rich food with Contraceptive injections?

Yes, with care. Avoid rich food if you feel sick, as it may make nausea worse.

Can I eat spicy food with Contraceptive injections?

Yes, with care. Avoid spicy food if you feel sick, as it may make nausea worse.

Can I eat lentils with Contraceptive injections?

Yes, with care. Try not to eat lentils if you feel bloated, as they cause wind.

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Can I eat this with Contraceptive injections?

St John's wort can affect how medroxyprogesterone works. Alcohol may worsen side effects like dizziness and tiredness.

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Should I take Contraceptive injections with food?: You can take medroxyprogesterone contraceptive injections with or without food.
Can I eat st john's wort with Contraceptive injections?: No, avoid it. St John's wort can affect how medroxyprogesterone works.
Can I drink alcohol with Contraceptive injections?: Yes, with care. Alcohol will make dizziness and tiredness worse. Limit intake if you get these side effects.
Can I eat rich food with Contraceptive injections?: Yes, with care. Avoid rich food if you feel sick, as it may make nausea worse.
Can I eat spicy food with Contraceptive injections?: Yes, with care. Avoid spicy food if you feel sick, as it may make nausea worse.
Can I eat lentils with Contraceptive injections?: Yes, with care. Try not to eat lentils if you feel bloated, as they cause wind.

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1 · What do you take?

Contraceptive injectionsalso medroxyprogesterone, Medroxyprogesterone injections, Depo-Provera

St John's wort can affect how medroxyprogesterone works. Alcohol may worsen side effects like dizziness and tiredness.

You can eat and drink normally while having medroxyprogesterone contraceptive injections. Do not take St John's wort as it can affect how the injection works. Alcohol may make side effects like dizziness and tiredness worse.

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2 · What do you want to eat or drink?

When to take it: You can take medroxyprogesterone contraceptive injections with or without food.

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Foods to avoid with Contraceptive injections· 5

Take care with Contraceptive injections· 38

Fine with Contraceptive injections· 4

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