Accessibility Options
Pros
- Does not interrupt sex
- Works for up to three years
- Fertility returns immediately implant is removed
Cons
- Does not protect against STIs
- Periods may be irregular or stop altogether
- Can cause headaches and skin problems
Remember...
No STI protection
Only barrier contraception, such as condoms, prevent STIs from being passed on.
Any sexual contact without a condom may pass on STIs.
Watch out for
Some things make the injection less effective - that means it doesn't work properly!
- Some prescribed and complementary medicines
Implant / Implanon
Protect Yourself
A small flexible rod containing the hormone progestogen. It is inserted under the skin, usually on the upper part of the arm, and will last for up to three years.
The hormone progestogen stops ovulation (release of an egg) and thickens the mucus around the cervix, which makes it difficult for sperm to get into the womb.
The patch is 99% effective when used correctly.
