Etonogestrel contraceptive implant
Brand: Nexplanon Nex Plano
Application: Contraception
Pharmacological information of Atonogestrel contraceptive implant
Contraindications to the use of Etonogestrel contraceptive implants Nex Planon
Drug Interaction of Autonogestrel Contraceptive Implant
Tips to consider before taking ethonogestrel
Possible side effects of Etonogestrel contraceptive implant
Pharmacological information of Atonogestrel contraceptive implant
Medication Information: The contraceptive implant is ethonogestrel (Nex Planon), a progesterone. Progesterone is a female sex hormone that is naturally produced by the ovaries. Implants containing autonogestrel have a long-lasting, effective and convenient contraceptive. An implant is a small, flexible tube that is placed under the surface of the skin (under the arm) and gently releases autonogestrel into the bloodstream. Each implant provides contraception for three months. The drug is marketed in the UK under the name Nexplanone.
Autonogestrel (Nex Planon) mainly works by stopping ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary). It also changes the lining of the uterus so that the egg cannot attach to it, even if the egg is fertile, it cannot attach to the wall of the uterus, so pregnancy does not occur. In addition, the thickening of the mucus made by the cervix (plug) exerts its own changes. This makes it difficult for sperm to enter the uterus through the cervix and fertilize the egg, thus preventing pregnancy.
Contraindications to the use of Etonogestrel contraceptive implants Nex Planon
- Pay attention to the expiration date of the Etonogestrel contraceptive implant and do not take it if the medicine in your hand has expired.
- Never give Autonogestrel contraceptive implants to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.
- Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
Drug Interaction of Autonogestrel Contraceptive Implant
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Some drugs interfere with the function of this drug by affecting the amount of contraceptive hormones and reverse the contraceptive process of this drug. When you put this implant under your skin, never use these drugs. These include: griseofulvin, modafinil, rifamycins (such as rifampin, rifabutin), St. John's wort, anticonvulsants (such as barbiturates, carbamazepine, phlebamate, phenytoin, primidone, topiramate, novirpine, neonatal drugs) .
Be sure to talk to your doctor if you start taking certain medications after having an Etonogestrel contraceptive implant, and also if you experience unusual bleeding and spotting.
Autonogestrel contraceptive implants may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including hormone levels, thyroid tests) and cause erroneous results. Inform laboratory personnel that you have used this medicine before the test.
Tips to consider before taking ethonogestrel
Some medications are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed. Therefore, it is better for your doctor to be aware of the following before using the Etonogestrel contraceptive implant (Nex Planon):
- If you guess you are pregnant.
- If you have any liver problems.
- If you have any vascular problems or arterial disease.
- If you have systemic lupus erythematosus (an inflammatory disease, less commonly called SLE).
- If you have an ovarian cyst or other than your normal menstrual period, you may have vaginal bleeding.
- If you have porphyria (a rare inherited blood disorder).
- If you have ever had an unwanted pregnancy or if you developed jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes) or severe itching during pregnancy.
- If you have breast cancer or any cancer related to sex asteroids.
- If you are currently taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to another medicine.
Possible side effects of Etonogestrel contraceptive implant
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. In case of persistent side effects, the doctor should be informed:
Very common complications of Nex Planon implants
- Headache, Vaginal infections, Acne, Weight gain, Breast tenderness, Irregular menstruation
Side effects of implant Knox plan
Feeling sick, bloating, abdominal pain, implant pain, change in appetite, lack of interest in sex, mood swings, hot flashes, dizziness or tiredness, thinning hair, painful menstrual periods, cold-like symptoms
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel are due to the use of Etonogestrel contraceptive implants.