WE’RE HERE TO GET THIS METHOD WORKING BETTER FOR YOU.
And if it still doesn’t feel right, we’ve got ideas for other methods. Just remember: If you change methods, make sure you’re protected during your switch.
I DON’T LIKE THE SPOTTING.
This is a side effect that may be hard to fix, but if you’ve only had Nexplanon for a few months or less, it could also lessen or go away on its own.
Still not working?
If the spotting doesn’t improve with time, you might want to check out methods that let you have a predictable period. These include
the pill,
the patch, or
the ring.
I’M READY TO GET PREGNANT.
Easy enough. Make an appointment to get it removed. Once it’s removed, the hormones in your body should go back to normal pretty quickly.
I FEEL MOODY, BLOATED, OR NERVOUS.
If Nexplanon is new to you (that means 6 months or less) and the side effects are bearable, give it a little more time - hormone levels will start to level off, so those hormonal side effects tend to go away.
Still not working?
If you’ve given it at least six months and the side effects are still bothering you, consider trying a shorter-acting, lower-dose method, such as
the pill,
the patch, or
the ring. You could also try an
IUD
I AM UNCOMFORTABLE WITH THE THOUGHT OF HAVING SOMETHING IN MY BODY FOR A LONG TIME.
It’s understandable if the idea of the insertion of a medical device makes you nervous. A couple of things that might help, all the birth control devices have been rigorously tested and are FDA-approved for long-term use. And because it’s designed to be there for a long time, you can pretty much just forget about Nexplanon for up to 3 years. Be sure to talk to your healthcare provider about any concerns you may have.
Still not working?
If you’re still bothered by the thought of having a device inside of you, there are plenty of other options. By not liking the feeling of “something in my body” we assume you’re talking about a device and not a drug, right? If so, what about
the shot,
the pill, or
the patch?
I GET WORRIED THAT I’M PREGNANT BECAUSE I DON’T BLEED REGULARLY.
With Nexplanon, it’s totally normal to stop having your period and many people look at that as a good thing. If you’re still worried about pregnancy take a pregnancy test and speak with your healthcare provider about your concerns.
Still not working?
If it’s important to you to have regular periods so that you’re sure you’re not pregnant, you might want to try a cyclic method like
the ring,
the patch, or
the pill.