South Sound Women's Center, an OB/GYN Practice in Olympia, WA

Implanon

IMPLANON™ is a type of birth control for women.  It is a flexible plastic rod the size of a matchstick that is put under the skin of your arm. IMPLANON™ contains a hormone called etonogestrel. You can use a single IMPLANON™ rod for up to three years. Because IMPLANON™ does not contain estrogen, your healthcare provider may recommend IMPLANON™ even if you cannot use estroge.

IMPLANON™ is a type of birth control for women.  It is a flexible plastic rod the size of a matchstick that is put under the skin of your arm.

IMPLANON™ contains a hormone called etonogestrel. You can use a single IMPLANON™ rod for up to three years. Because IMPLANON™ does not contain estrogen, your healthcare provider may recommend IMPLANON™ even if you cannot use estroge. 

Birth control that lasts up to 3 years
Effective
  • IMPLANON™ is more than 99% effective: the chance of getting pregnant is less than 1 pregnancy per 100 women who use IMPLANON™ for 1 year when IMPLANON™ is inserted correctly.*
Discreet
  • Most women can’t see IMPLANON™ after insertion.
Long-acting
  • One IMPLANON™ provides up to 3 full years of contraceptive protection

*IMPLANON™ may be less effective in women who are very overweight or are taking certain types of medications. IMPLANON™ must be removed by the end of the third year and may be replaced with a new IMPLANON™.

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This information does not take the place of speaking with your healthcare provider and thoroughly reading the Patient Information and Consent Form. If you have questions, talk to your doctor, or find an IMPLANON-trained healthcare provider near you.

 



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