The hormonal methods can sometimes cause an increase in appetite. If this happens, it is important to be careful not to eat more than usual. Eating too much can cause weight gain. The shot and implant may cause some weight gain without eating too much. If you are concerned about weight gain, discuss different options with your doctor or healthcare provider.

• More information on hormonal methods of birth control, like the pill, shot, the ring or the patch. Hormonal methods protect against pregnancy, not STIs. For protection against STIs, use a condom.
• More information about long-term methods, like implants or IUDs. Long-term methods protect against pregnancy, not STIs. For STI protection, use a condom.
• More information on barrier methods, like condoms, spermicides and diaphragms. The male and female condoms are the only barrier methods that protect against STIs.