"hello, i&#039;ve been on the depo shot and i&#039;m fully satisfied. i didn&#039;t have any side affects. lost my period which is normal &amp; gained 5 pounds. all i had to do is follow my doctors orders wait 24 to 36 hrs so it takes effect &amp; i&#039;m fully protected. i really recommended it. its worth it if you don&#039;t want to have a huge responsibility of having a child. or in some cases having horrible cramps &amp; heavy periods. i&#039;m #1 fan of depo shot. everybody is different, it works for me but maybe not for you. i&#039;ll never be off it unless i&#039;m married &amp; wanting children."