"i have been on the shot for 6 months now (and am due for my 3rd shot in 2 weeks) and i have yet to get my period! i have had no spotting throughout the 6 months. i do, however, still have the symptoms that i would have if i were to get my period at the time that i would get my period, but they&#039;re not as bad as without the shot. cramps are minimal. the only downside is i am a huge hypochondriac and since some of the side effects are also early pregnancy symptoms, i am constantly thinking i&#039;m pregnant (even though the chances are 3 in 1000). i would highly recommend this method!"