What are the benefits of the Contraceptive Implant?
What are the benefits of the Contraceptive Implant?
Health benefits
It reduces the risk of an ectopic pregnancy.
It may help to protect against iron-deficiency anemia. Once the body has adjusted to the implant, many women have reported having fewer, lighter periods.
It may improve premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms, depression, and symptoms of endometriosis.
It can be used by women who cannot take estrogen, for instance, during breastfeeding.
It is safe for smokers and those with hypertension and diabetes.
Lifestyle benefits
It provides long-term protection from the risk of pregnancy.
Once the Implant is inserted, there is nothing for you to do. The implant remains under your skin, offering protection against pregnancy for three to five years, depending on the implant used [7].
Get it and forget it.
If you do not want to worry about remembering your contraceptive method, the implant may be a good option for you.
It’s discreet.
Most people can’t tell that you have the Implant. There is no packaging and nothing you need to do just before you have sex.
It’s hands-free.
There are no packages or prescriptions to pick up at the pharmacy – there is nothing that could get lost or forgotten.
It’s low effort.
Once the Implant is inserted, there is nothing for you to do. The implant remains under your skin, offering protection against pregnancy for three to five years, depending on the implant used [4].
There’s no delayed return to fertility.
You should be able to get pregnant any time after the Implant is removed. If you get it taken out but do not want to get pregnant, protect yourself with another method right away.
It’s widely available.
Would you like to use a Contraceptive Implant? It is widely available; however, specific types and brands vary from country to country.
Are you wondering if condoms are better than daily pills? Or if you should opt for a birth control implant? We're here to assist you in making this decision. You can select up to 5 contraceptive methods and compare them side by side to weigh the pros and cons of each.
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The patch is a thin, square 5cm Band-Aid-like item containing progestin and estrogen hormones. It's stuck onto the body to prevent pregnancy.
It's 93- 99% effective.
It can result in more regular, lighter, and less painful periods.
It remains effective even when you vomit or have diarrhea.
It doesn’t delay the ability to get pregnant after stopping use.
It’s not easy to hide as it can be seen on your body.
It requires regular upkeep. A new patch is applied each week for three weeks, followed by a week with no patch.”
It doesn’t provide long-lasting protection, and it’s only effective when used properly within each monthly cycle.
The most common side effect is irregular bleeding for the first few months, and then lighter and more regular bleeding may occur.
Other side effects are potential skin irritation, nausea, headaches, breast tenderness, and vaginitis. Side effects are not harmful and will usually ease up after a few months.
The combined oral contraceptive pill is a small tablet with a daily dose of combined hormones, packaged for each month, to prevent pregnancy.
It is 93% - 99% effective.
It’s easily available (no prescription needed).
It gives you control over when to have a period.
It can reduce ovulation pains, premenstrual cramps, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms.
It offers long-lasting protection, but it’s only effective with regular daily use.
It’s difficult to hide and may be found by an uncooperative partner!
The most common side effect is a change in bleeding patterns (spotting between periods, lighter bleeding, or no bleeding at all). Some women experience mild headaches, weight changes, and upset stomachs.
The side effects are not harmful and disappear after a few months.
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