3 bottles of Depo-Provera, glass, prepared by Upjohn Ltd., Crawley, Sussex, with disposable plastic syringe by Gillette, British, 1979-1981
Depo-Provera is a slow release contraceptive containing a hormone that is similar to the body's natural progesterone. It is given by injection by a doctor every three months. These examples were prepared by Upjohn Ltd., in Crawley, Sussex, England. The syringe was made by Gillette and is disposable.
Bottle of Depo-Provera, one of three, prepared by Upjohn Ltd., Crawley, Sussex, with disposable plastic syringe by Gillette, British, 1979-1981
Bottles of Depo-Provera, two of three, prepared by Upjohn Ltd., Crawley, Sussex, by Gillette, British, 1979-1981
Depo-Provera is the brand name of medroxyprogesterone acetate. This slow-release contraceptive is seen on the bottom left of the image. Depo-Provera is administered by injection. It is a short-term anti-fertility agent and also treats endometriosis. This is a condition where cells such as the ones in the lining of the womb grow elsewhere in the body causing pain and inflammation. Women use it when other contraceptives are inappropriate. It is also used when a woman has been sterilised but wants a short-term contraceptive until the results of the operation are assured. The bottles were prepared by Upjohn Limited in England.
Disposable syringe, 5ml., plastic, made by Gillette, British, 1979-1981
