Birth Control Pills Vs. The Depo Shot Sixty-two percent of women who are of reproductive age are on some type of contraceptive, whether it be pill, shot, or some other type of contraceptive. The main two types of contraceptives are the pill and the shot, and they are both good forms of contraceptives. After taking them for so long the hormones can cause some effects to the uterus and menstrual cycle. The pill is taken in a different way than that of the depo shot. Although they are good contraceptives, they both have side effects and some can be discomforting. The side effects to the depot and the pill can cause some discomfort and can sometimes be mistaken for a cold. There could be weight gain, headaches, mood changes, and nausea. These
