Nexplanon Contraception Implant
Tired of long waiting lists?
Why wait? Book now for your Nexplanon contraceptive implant insertion, removal or replacement here at The Nurse Clinic.
Advanced Nurse Specialists trained by the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) in the Insertion, Removal and Replacement the contraception Implant.
Nexplanon Implant
Insertion
The Nexplanon implant should be inserted between day 1 (first day of menstrual bleeding) and day 5 of the menstrual cycle, even if the women is still bleeding.
Contraceptive
Implant
Removal
The Implant lasts 3 years.
It can be removed anytime.
No preparation is required
Contraceptive
Implant replacement
Procedure involves removing old implant and replacing with Nexplanon.
Will other medicines affect the Contraception Implant?
Some medicines can make the implant less effective, such as:
medicines for HIV, epilepsy and tuberculosis, complementary remedies, such as St John’s Wort, some antibiotics, such as rifabutin or rifampicin
If you’re taking any of these medicines, you’ll need additional contraception (such as condoms), or you may wish to use a different method of contraception that isn’t affected by your medicine.
Risks of the Nexplanon Contraceptive Implant
In rare cases, the area of skin where the implant has been fitted can become infected. If this happens, you may need antibiotics.
You can’t feel the implant
The implant feels like it’s changed shape you notice any changes to the skin or feel any pain at the site of the implant
You become pregnant
Who can use the Nexplanon Contraceptive Implant
Most women can be fitted with the contraceptive implant. See above for examples of women who are unable to have it
Who cannot use the Contraceptive Implant?
Are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
Have liver disease or a liver tumour
Have unexplained vaginal bleeding
Are allergic to anything in the injection
Have, or have had blood clots, such as blood clots in your leg (deep vein thrombosis), lungs (pulmonary embolism), eyes (total or partial blindness), heart (heart attack), or brain (stroke)
Have breast cancer or any other cancer that is sensitive to progestin (a female hormone), now or in the past
Advantages
Disadvantages
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Frequently asked questions
The contraceptive implant is a small flexible plastic rod that’s placed under the skin in your upper arm by a doctor or nurse.
It releases the hormone progestogen into your bloodstream to prevent pregnancy and lasts for 3 years.
The implant is more than 99% effective.
The implant steadily releases the hormone progestogen into your bloodstream, which prevents the release of an egg each month (ovulation).
It also thickens the cervical mucus, which makes it more difficult for sperm to move through the cervix, and thins the lining of the womb so a fertilised egg is less likely to implant itself.
A local anaesthetic is used to numb the area on the inside of your upper arm.
The implant is inserted under your skin – it only takes a few minutes to put in and feels like having an injection. You won’t need any stitches after your implant has been fitted.
It works for 3 years before it needs to be replaced. You can use this method until you reach the menopause, when a woman’s monthly periods stop naturally.
You can have the implant put in at any time during your menstrual cycle, as long as you’re not pregnant.
If the implant is fitted during the first 5 days of your menstrual cycle, you’ll be immediately protected against becoming pregnant.
If it’s fitted on any other day of your menstrual cycle, you’ll need to use additional contraception (such as condoms) for 7 days.
(The list below is not exhaustive)
Longer or shorter bleeding during your period
No bleeding at all during the time of your period
Spotting between your periods
Varied amounts of time between your periods
Mood swings
Weight gain
Headache
Acne
Depressed mood
Vaginitis (inflammation of the vagina)
Breast pain
Viral infections such as sore throats or flu-like symptoms
Stomach pain
Painful periods
Pain at the site of insertion
Need more help?
For more information on contraception to help make your decision easier see the links below
How do I know I am in safe hands at The Nurse Clinic?
The Nurse Clinic is CQC Registered
CQC (Care Quality Commission) Registered in 2022 for the following Regulated Activities
- Treatment of Disease Disorder and Injury.
- Surgical Procedures
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Donna Dady is NMC Registered
NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) is the mandatory regulatory board for all UK Nurses and Midwives in the UK. Their role is to:
- Promote high education and professional standards for nurses and midwives across the UK.
- Maintain the register of professionals eligible to practise.
- Investigate concerns about nurses, midwives and nursing associates
Over 25 years Experience in Nursing
Donna is the Founder and Advanced Nurse Specialist at The Nurse Clinic.
She completed her Registered General Nurse Training in 1996 and has an extensive background of experience within GP Practice and Urgent Care settings.
She has worked in Oxford, Leicester, London and also travelled extensively overseas and worked aboard cruise liners as a Nursing Officer.
She is competent in treating Adults and Children at an Advanced Level and is an Independent Nurse Prescriber.