Self-injection of the contraceptive DMPA
Subcutaneous DMPA (DMPA-SC), often known as “Depo Provera”, is a low-dose formulation that non-medical personnel can administer. The study sought to determine women’s interest in self-administration of DMPA-SC. Overall, 21% of women reported interest in self-administration, particularly if they were currently or had previously used DMPA. Women reporting difficulty obtaining or refilling a prescription were twice as likely to report interest in DMPA-SC compared to women with no difficulty. Interest was driven by a desire to reduce return visits to facilities for repeat injections.
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