The contraceptive implant or birth control implant is a small, slender rod the size of a matchstick inserted under the skin of the upper arm. It is used to prevent pregnancy.
How does it work?
The contraceptive implant reduces the risk of pregnancy by releasing the hormone progestin into your body.
This hormone prevents the ovaries from releasing an egg. It also thickens the mucus in your cervix, preventing sperm from reaching an egg.
How effective is it?
The implant it is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.
It can stay in place for up to three years.
The Implant is a reversible form of birth control, meaning if you decide you want to get pregnant, your health-care provider can remove it.
How do I get the contraceptive implant?
Talk to your health-care provider or visit a sexual health clinic to find out if the contraceptive implant is right for you.
A physician or nurse practitioner can prescribe the contraceptive implant and insert it in their clinic.
To protect against pregnancy and STBBIs use a condom &/or oral dam (dental dam) with the contraceptive implant every time you have sex for dual protection.
