with all contraceptive methods, some side effects have been reported. These are mentioned on the next page. Full details of side effects are given in the package leaflet provided with Implanon®. Undesirable effects that may occur include acne, headache, weight gain, and breast tenderness. Rare side effects include hair loss, mood changes, changes in libido, abdominal pain and painful periods.

Implanon® is suitable for any women who is looking for a long-term method of contraception. You might be a young girl going to college, a woman in her twenties who wishes to concentrate on her career or a mother wishing to space her pregnancies. Implanon® is also a suitable solution if you have completed your family and consider sterilization. Your doctor will make sure that hormonal contraception is suitable for you. See similar questions...

Many clinical trials have been carried out with Implanon® which have shown it to be an extremely reliable method of contraception. See similar questions...

Your doctor will advise you when to have Implanon® inserted. If you are not using hormonal contraception, this is preferably between days one and five of your menstrual cycle. Day one is the first day when you are having your period. The use of a local anesthetic will numb the area and it should only take about one minute to place Implanon®. There might be some tenderness and bruising once the anesthetic has worn off. If you are concerned, do discuss this with your doctor. See similar questions...

Yes. You should discuss the switch with your doctor, who will advise you on which day you should have Implanon® inserted. See similar questions...

Among the many thousands who have had tissue implant injections, less than 1% of patients have reported adverse reactions. The precautions we take, including eliciting a patient history and testing for allergy, reduce the likelihood of side effects. See similar questions...