Table 3 Lead reasons given for opting for injectable contraceptives
Reason | No. | % |
|---|---|---|
Considered as a very effective method of Family Planning/Contraception | 61 | 24.7 |
Recommendation from a friend/relation | 45 | 18.2 |
Low incidence/no associated forgetfulness (missed pills) | 35 | 14.2 |
Relatively longer intervals between injections | 32 | 12.9 |
Preference for injections | 12 | 4.9 |
Side effects/dislike of other methods | 11 | 4.5 |
No specific reason | 9 | 3.6 |
Desire for regular menses (combined injectable) | 8 | 3.2 |
Underlying medical condition (told not eligible for other method) | 6 | 2.4 |
Curiosity | 6 | 2.4 |
Desire to be discreet (not wanting male partner to know) | 4 | 1.6 |
Others | 18 | 7.3 |
Total | 247 | 100.0 |