Abstract
Evidence and experience with subcutaneous DMPA, or DMPA-SC,* continue to grow. DMPA-SC is an innovative, easy-to-use injectable contraceptive that is administered under the skin rather than into the muscle. Data from pilot introductions, self-injection research, and other studies in many countries show incredible potential for DMPA-SC to expand contraceptive access, use, and choice for women and adolescent girls as part of a broad method mix.
All data in this brief refer to Sayana® Press—a DMPA-SC product that combines the drug and needle in a single device. Sayana Press is manufactured by Pfizer Inc. and is prefilled in the BD UnijectTM injection system.
