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You don't want your periods to change;
you take other medications that can affect the implant;
you have unexplained bleeding between periods or after sex;
you have severe liver disease;
you have breast cancer or have had it in the past;
you have a medical condition that can affect which contraceptive you can use – talk to your doctor or nurse about this.
What if I'm taking other medications?
Some medications can prevent the implant from working.

These include:

HIV medications,
epilepsy medications
, complementary remedies such as St. John's wort
, and some antibiotics like rifabutin or rifampicin.
If you are taking any of these medications, you will need an additional method of contraception. You may want to consider switching to a contraceptive method that is not affected by your medication.

If you are prescribed any medication, always inform your doctor that you are using an implant.

Side effects of the contraceptive implant.
The contraceptive implant can cause side effects. You should consider these carefully before deciding if it is right for you.

Menstrual changes:
Your period may change significantly when using a contraceptive implant. About 20% of people using the implant will not experience any bleeding, but almost 50% will have irregular or prolonged bleeding. Bleeding patterns are often irregular.

If bleeding is a problem, consult your GP, nurse or sexual health service for advice.

Other side effects
Other side effects that some people report are:

Headaches,
acne
, nausea,
breast tenderness, and
mood swings
are common side effects. These usually disappear after the first few months. If you experience prolonged or severe headaches or other side effects, consult your doctor.

Benefits of using the implant
Some benefits of the contraceptive implant are the following:

It works for 3 years,
does not interrupt sexual intercourse,
the implant is an option if you cannot use contraceptives containing estrogen, such as the combined pill, the contraceptive patch, or the vaginal ring.
You don't have to remember to take a pill every day.
It is safe to use while breastfeeding.
Your fertility should return to normal as soon as the implant is removed.
After the contraceptive implant is inserted, you should be able to resume normal activities.
Risks of the implant:
Sometimes, the area of ​​skin where the implant has been placed can become infected. If this happens, the area will be cleaned and may be treated with antibiotics. Consult your doctor if:
you cannot feel
the implant, you feel that the implant has changed shape,
you notice any changes in your skin or feel any pain around where the implant is placed, or
you become pregnant.
Where can you get the implant?
You can get the contraceptive implant for free at:

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