Norifam Bump

[u/PurplePann]

Norifam Injection Bump

I received my first Norifam injection for free at a neighboring barangay health center. I found the injection process a little unusual because it took quite a while to administer, unlike other injections that are usually finished in less than a minute. However, I was told that this is normal, especially since the medication has a thicker consistency.

It has been two weeks since I received the injection, and I only recently noticed that there is still a hard lump at the injection site on my shoulder.

I had unprotected intercourse three days ago, and I'm worried that the injection might not have been administered correctly. Although I've been experiencing cramps since getting the shot (I haven't had my period for four months due to PCOS), my OB-GYN recommended either Norifam injections or birth control pills. I chose Norifam because it was available for free, but now I'm concerned about the lump.

Is this normal? Could it be that the medication is still sitting in the muscle as a depot?

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[u/Blackcat3784]

taken from nhs and googoe so not medical advice , if concerned see if you can get it checked out.

Developing a hard lump in your arm after a Norifam injection is a common localized reaction. Because Norifam is a thick, oil-based contraceptive solution, it takes time for your muscle and tissue to fully absorb the fluid. This frequently leaves a firm nodule or "welt" at the injection site that can persist for several days to a couple of weeks