Why has the Implanon been discontinued?

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1. Why has the Implanon been discontinued?
2. What are side effects of Implanon?
3. Does Implanon stop periods?
4. Can you get pregnant while on Implanon?
5. Can I remove my Implanon before 3 years?
6. Is Implanon still available?
7. Does Implanon cause belly fat?
8. Can the implant make you smell?
9. How long do you bleed on Implanon?
10. Does Implanon cause weight gain?
11. Does Implanon make you gain weight?
12. Will I lose weight after removing my Implanon?
13. Has anyone got pregnant on the implant?
14. How fertile are you after Implanon removal?
15. How much does Implanon cost?
16. Does Implanon cause depression?
17. How much does the Implanon cost?
18. How long does Implanon last?
19. How soon can you get pregnant after taking Implanon out?
20. Will removing Implanon help lose weight?

Why has the Implanon been discontinued?

Approximately half of the women who commenced using the implant in Australia 4,5 and the UK6 discontinued it within two years. Major reasons for discontinuation are discontent with bleeding patterns,7 abnormal bleeding5,8 and mood changes.

What are side effects of Implanon?

Nausea, stomach cramping/bloating, dizziness, headache, breast tenderness, acne, hair loss, weight gain, and vaginal irritation/discharge may occur. Pain, bruising, numbness, infection, and scarring may occur at the site where the rod is placed.

Does Implanon stop periods?

The most common side effect is irregular bleeding (aka spotting), especially in the first 6-12 months. But most people on the implant get lighter periods, or their periods stop altogether while they have the implant. Other possible side effects that aren't as common include headaches, breast pain, and nausea.

Can you get pregnant while on Implanon?

Implanon is the old brand name for the birth control implant. It's now available under the brand name Nexplanon. The implant is one of the most effective birth control methods out there — it's more than 99% effective. That means fewer than 1 out of 100 people who use the implant get pregnant each year.

Can I remove my Implanon before 3 years?

what if i change my mind and want to stop using NEXPLANON before 3 years? Your healthcare provider can remove the implant at any time within the 3-year period. You may become pregnant as early as the first week after removal of the implant.

Is Implanon still available?

The Implanon brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.

Does Implanon cause belly fat?

To date, there isn't any evidence suggesting that the implant actually causes weight gain. In fact, many studies have concluded the opposite. For example, a 2016 study concluded that women using the implant didn't gain weight, though they felt they had.

Can the implant make you smell?

This discharge is common as your body adjusts to the hormone medicine in the implant, which can take one or more months to stop. Every woman has her own unique vaginal odor.

How long do you bleed on Implanon?

Irregular bleeding is a common side effect and will usually settle down within 3 months. Whatever your bleeding pattern, the implant is still effective. If the bleeding does not settle or you are unhappy with the bleeding you can see a doctor for medications that can help with this.

Does Implanon cause weight gain?

About 12% to 21% of implanon users were found to have had clinically significant weight gain. Pooled data from many studies have also shown that over a two-year period, Implanon® users had an average increase of 2.6% of their initial body weight.

Does Implanon make you gain weight?

About 12% to 21% of implanon users were found to have had clinically significant weight gain. Pooled data from many studies have also shown that over a two-year period, Implanon® users had an average increase of 2.6% of their initial body weight.

Will I lose weight after removing my Implanon?

After removal, you notice your energy levels return to normal. This increase in energy may leave some people more motivated to exercise, and, within a few months after removal, they may lose a few pounds.

Has anyone got pregnant on the implant?

Nearly 600 women have become pregnant despite using a popular contraceptive implant, a health watchdog has said. There have also been more than 1,600 reports of adverse reactions to the Implanon device, which is designed to prevent pregnancy for three years.

How fertile are you after Implanon removal?

Implant use does not affect a woman's ability to become pregnant, although fertility decreases with a woman's age. One major study found that women who have had their implants removed can become pregnant as quickly as women who have stopped using nonhormonal methods.

How much does Implanon cost?

IMPLANON NXT FAQ

	Length	Costs
		Total Fees*
Initial Consult for new patients	20min	$120
Implanon insertion (existing patients)	30min	$205
Implanon removal (existing patients)	30min	$257

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Does Implanon cause depression?

Painful periods. Mood swings, nervousness, or depressed mood. Back pain. Nausea.

How much does the Implanon cost?

Getting your birth control implant — also called Nexplanon — can cost anywhere between $0 and $1,300. Implant removal can cost between $0 and $300. But the good news is that implants are totally free (or low cost) with most health insurance plans, Medicaid, and some other government programs.

How long does Implanon last?

It is effective as a contraceptive for 3 years. The implant should be taken out and replaced with a new implant every 3 years. It can be removed earlier than 3 years if it is no longer wanted.

How soon can you get pregnant after taking Implanon out?

The Implant After removing an implant, it takes an average of 3 to 8 months to get pregnant (1).

Will removing Implanon help lose weight?

The mean weight changes were 0.8 kg, 1.6 kg, 3.2 kg and 3.3 kg respectively for the first, second, third and fourth years of Implanon® use respectively. Implanon® was removed on account of weight gain in 3.8% of those women who had removed the implant.