Are There Any Side Effects In Using Implanon?

The Implanon has several side effects along with other risks as well. This small rod that is inserted under the skin can also have complications depending on each person. Everyone has different reactions to certain medications.

Some of the side effects that could be involved if you were to have it implanted could be abdominal pain, irregular menstrual periods, nausea, headaches, weight gain, acne, mood swings, breast tenderness, anxiety, vaginitis, hair loss, changes in libido, as well as hair growth.

Implanon will not help prevent you from sexually transmitted diseases so a couple might want to consider using a condom as an additional backup for birth control.

There is some serious side effects that are also associated and increase your risk of having cardiovascular problems, blood clots, ectopic pregnancy, increase in your blood pressure, and also fibrosis that is a result of implantation.

For women who have a habit of smoking it is not recommend to use the Implanon. Also women who have a history of having breast cancer, think that you might be pregnant, or even have hormonal allergies should not use this form of birth control.

Different medications or even herbal treatments might also interfere with the usage of Implanon. If you began to experience vaginal bleeding that is unexplainable then you will want to be sure and consult a professional physician. Make sure that you explain to the doctor when the Implanon was inserted. It is very important to inform them about other medications you might be taking.