Contraceptive efficacy and side effects of Implanon

Objective To determine the efficacy and side effects of Implanon® used for long-term contraception. Material and method Prospective study of 80 patients who used Implanon® for long-term contraception between January 2004 and January 2006. Side effects, efficacy and removals were recorded. Results Am...

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Published in:The European journal of contraception & reproductive health care 2007-12, Vol.12 (4), p.362-365
Main Authors: Gezginc, K., Balci, O., Karatayli, R., Colakoglu, M. C.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Acne
Adult
Birth control
Chronic illnesses
Contraceptive Agents, Female - administration & dosage
Contraceptive Agents, Female - adverse effects
Contraceptive Agents, Female - standards
Desogestrel - administration & dosage
Desogestrel - adverse effects
Desogestrel - standards
Discontinuation
Drug Implants
Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions - epidemiology
Female
Hair loss
Humans
Implanon
Long-term contraception
Patients
Prospective Studies
Risk Factors
Side effects
Transplants & implants
Turkey - epidemiology
Womens health
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Summary:Objective To determine the efficacy and side effects of Implanon® used for long-term contraception. Material and method Prospective study of 80 patients who used Implanon® for long-term contraception between January 2004 and January 2006. Side effects, efficacy and removals were recorded. Results Amenorrhoea, infrequent bleeding and frequent bleeding were reported by 33 (41.25%), 19 (23.75%) and 14 patients (17.5%), respectively. Non-menstrual side effects comprised breast tenderness in 15 patients (18.75%), acne in eight (10%), headache and dizziness in three (3.75%); depressive mood disorders, pelvic pain and loss of libido were mentioned each by two of the women (2.5%). During the study period, Implanon® was removed from 20 participants. No problem was encountered during its placement or removal. Conclusion Patients considering use of Implanon® must be carefully selected and informed about its expected side effects before placement.
ISSN:1362-5187
1473-0782
DOI:10.1080/13625180701548040