The Contraceptive Injection

The injectable is a birth control injection taken every 1, 2 or 3 months, depending on the type you use. It works by preventing the ovaries from releasing eggs and also thickens the cervical mucus to stop sperm from getting to the egg.

Is birth control injection widely available in Cambodia?

Yes, the birth control injection is available at public health centres or facilities such as Marie Stopes Cambodia, Anna Women’s-Baby Center, Ektes Clinic, Sothary Cabinet, Raffles Medical Cambodia, Kong Sony Clinic, Som Ra Leybo Clinic & Maternity, Punleu Rithy Poly Clinic and Maternity, Chey Ratana Cabinet, and Nobel Maternity.

Do I need a prescription to buy a birth control injection in Cambodia?

No prescription is needed to get a birth control injection in Cambodia, but you do need to see a provider for it.

Is there an age restriction for accessing the birth control injection in Cambodia?

No, there is no age restriction for accessing the birth control injection in Cambodia.

How much does birth control injection cost in Cambodia?

Birth control injections can be purchased for around 1,000 Cambodian riel. At the Reproductive Health Association of Cambodia (RHAC), it can cost between 2 and 4 USD, whereas at Nobel Maternity you might pay 15 USD per shot every 3 months.

What are the different birth control injection brands available in Cambodia?

The most widely available birth control injection brand in Cambodia is Depo-Provera.

Who can I contact for more information about birth control injection in Cambodia?

To get more information about the birth control injection in Cambodia, contact Marie Stopes Cambodia (Whatsapp: 093240823; call: 012999002 / 098999102) or Anna Women’s-Baby Center (Business Center KTT -KT Tower-, Room 403, 4th floor, #23, Str. 112, Sangkat Phsar Depo 3, Khan Tuol Kok, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia; +855 (0) 98 800 921 -English, Khmer, Russian-; info@wbcanna.com).

Where can I read more about this method?

If you want to get further information about the contraceptive injection, click here.

What can I do in the case of an unplanned pregnancy?

Visit safe2choose.org to speak with an expert counselor about the safe abortion options available in Cambodia. Counselors can also be contacted via email at info@safe2choose.org or via live chat at safe2choose.org/abortion-counseling.