| Weigh gain on birth control is not uncommon. I know other people that have experienced it. From what I was told by my doctor is that the side effects are connected with the amount of hormones in the different formulations. The lower dose pills (etc) tend to have less side effects and less risks associated with them (Alesse is one of them). From what I have heard (I'm going out on a bit of a limb), Depo Provera is not low dose. Does that mean you should change medications...who knows. It is up to you and your doctor to decide whats best. It sounds like you are making a very informed decision and it is up to you to weigh (no pun intended) the pros and cons. If you are taking the injection because you can't remember to take your pill consistently, it may be the right choice. 'Cause you'll gain a lot more than one inch if you are pregnant...lol. | 
