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• Fix it under the skin of the women's arm and don't remove it every day

• Safe and preventing pregnancy

• No action needs at time of intercourse

• It's long acting but reversible

Disadvantage

• It is a surgical procedure and need special professional

• Special training is needed for health workers

• More expensive than short term method

• Change bleeding pattern

Side effects

• Similar to other progestin – only contraceptives

• Implanon can have effects on bleeding patterns

– Women who are using this method often experience irregular bleeding or spotting

some women may develop amenorrhea

– Headache, nausea, breast tenderness and mood swings. this returns soon after

removal of the implant with ovulation taking place within the first month after

removal.

Contraindication

Progesterone – only contraceptive shouldn't be used in the presence of any of the

condition

1. Known or suspected pregnancy

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