User Reviews for Implanon

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I was very nervous about trying Implanon after reading all the negative reviews, but went ahead with it anyway. The procedure was quick and practically painless. The spot was tender for a few days and I did have an ugly bruise and now a tiny scar, but nothing that is too terrible. I started Implanon while I was on my period, which lasted for about 21/2 weeks, give or take. But the bleeding was minimal and it wasn't too bad. Then after that period ended, nothing. I haven't had a period since I had the device inserted in December of 09. I haven't noticed any weight gain or unusual moodiness. This has been the best birth control I've ever been on. My advice, give it a chance. Don't let the negative reviews scare you away!

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I'm posting after reading all the negative side effects of Implanon. I had Implanon inserted over a month ago and have not had any terrible side effects. I had light spotting the second week. I noticed food cravings but it is nothing unbearable. Before starting Implanon I had begun weight watchers and an exercise routine, I've been sticking with it and have continued to lose weight while on Implanon. The insertion process was not a big deal either, the lidocaine pinched but after that the only feeling was pressure during insertion. Slight bruising and tenderness after but only for a a few days. I hope this post reaches out to someone because I almost backed out last minute due to all of the negative posts on this product.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I honestly LOVE Implanon! I am a worry wort and not worrying with the monthly pregnancy scare has been fabulous. I have mood swings (but I've always been hormonal). I almost chickened out after reading online reviews but I'm glad I didn't. No weight gain. No acne. Slight bleeding. Highly recommended by me.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I have read reviews below and noticed most people find those with low rating helpful. We should all remember that this is a birth control method and goes against nature. There will definitely be side effects and there is nothing that works the same for everyone. We all have different experiences and would like to write some more about the good things. I had mine inserted in March this year and can not be happier. I have used the pill and the IUD before. While on the pill, I got pregnant. I decided to use the IUD afterward. Took it out because I would bleed heavily for 2 weeks every month. With Implanon, I have not had my periods, no weight gain. Got some cramping and low libido, but I can live with it. Oh, and I am not pregnant. Give it a try.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I have one child and I always knew that I didn't want to have children so close together for the sake of my sanity! I'm not good with remembering pills so after a few scares I decided to give Implanon a try. Insertion was a breeze! My arm was sore for about a week afterwards, and then my arm usage was all back to normal. I haven't had ANY bleeding, dischagres, weight gain, lost of sex drive, headaches, etc. In fact I had a lost appetite, increased sex drive, and wonderful sex life knowing that babies wont evolve. I would recommend this product to anyone BUT I always say that everything is not the same for everyone.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I LOVE my Implanon. Insertion was quick and pain-free. The bruising only lasted a week or two. I had one week of very very light spotting, and a few headaches. Tylenol fixed the headaches. I haven't had that problem in a month or so. I breastfeed, and did not notice any change in my supply. No weight gain or appetite side effects, either. In fact, I am starting to lose my baby weight now. I would definitely get this birth control again!!! I will have it removed and replaced with another Implanon when this one runs out. Remember, almost all of the reviews are negative because the only people that want to write about it are the ones who don't like it. There's lots of people who love it, too.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: December 1 2008, I had the Implanon inserted and have had problems since. I have mood swings like crazy. I am now taking depression and anxiety pill because they think it was postpartum depression. It's not though. I have been snapping at my 7 month old son and husband. I was admitted to green leaf since they thought I was a danger to my family. Turned out that the Implanon is causing this. I cry all the time for no reasons and I am now taking depression and anxiety pills. I bleed all the time. The Implanon has been hurting since I had it done, I have gained 25lbs because of this as well. I am taking it out this week for the sake of me and my family.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I had Implanon inserted in December 08. I have only great things to say about it! About a month after it was inserted I had slight break through bleeding for about seven days. Other than that I haven't had any bleeding and have felt fine. No mood swings (that I am aware of). I feel great and it works GREAT!

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I just got my Implanon implanted on Friday, after being on the Depo shot for 3 years. Very simple. The anxiety is the worst part. It took about 15 minutes to actually prep/insert. I consider myself moderatly tolerant to pain and needles - the numbing part hurt a bit but I couldn't feel him doing the implant at all and the doctor made the comment "you have tough skin". I have just a small bruise and a tiny hole - no stiches, just a bandaid and cover the same as when you donate blood.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I got mine put in in January of 08. I got pretty heavy periods for about 6 months after. I haven't used a tampon since, mini pads work just fine. I get it roughly every%uFEFF 8 weeks. Sometimes if it goes too long, I have taken a pregnancy test to make sure, all negative. I really don't like people making negative comments when they had it in less than a week. It's not instantaneous, you have to give your body time to adjust. The Implanon itself doesn't hurt, it hasn't pained me since the first few days. I have had NONE of these symptoms, any weight gain was from unhealthy eating habits. I do not bleed constantly, not stressed, crazy or depressed.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I have had the Implanon since June 8th 2010. It was great at first but after 4 weeks I started bleeding and have been for nearly 3 months. It was light and now its bright red and at times like a period and clotting. But it hasn't killed my sex drive or caused me to gain any weight. Just has caused constant bleeding. Any one else experienced this?

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: Got this in on July 2nd, 2010. Have been bleeding ever since. Wonder if it will ever stop. I am angry, emotional, and have no sex drive at all! Not too sure if this is the method for me?

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I have had the Implanon implant for about a month now and not long after I got it, I have read reviews that really scared me because a lot of the people had bad side effects such as non-stop bleeding and mood swings, etc. About 2 weeks after I got the implant I had a period for about 4 days and then I was spotting for a week after that and then it stopped and so far I haven't had anything. I love the fact that I don't have to take a pill everyday and when I was on the pill, I forgot to take it a lot. Luckily I didn't get pregnant. I love this thing and recommend it to anyone who asks. Hopefully everything stays the way it is, but so far so good. The insertion was painless, so if you want a good birth control Implanon is the way to go.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I LOVE THIS BIRTH CONTROL. I have had zero side effects and no period.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I got my implant in September 2007, a month after I had my daughter. It was practically a painless insertion, the only thing that kind of hurt was the numbing of the area. It stings a bit when they inject the medication in your arm. I love this thing, its the best ever. I've had no periods until now. I would recommend this to anyone who is absent minded and forgets their pill.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I highly recommend trying Implanon. I'm really shocked to read all of the bad side effects. If I would have read these reviews before getting Implanon, I would not have chosen this birth control method. I'm so glad I did though! I have had no negative side effects with Implanon. I've had it since Feb '09 and I love it. I still get a period but it's random and the bleeding varies. At first my period got lighter but recently it got heavier and lasted for about 5-7 days. I'm not good at keeping track of my periods though. I must add that this is a very convenient (for us forgetful women) and A VERY EFFECTIVE form of birth control. I have a lot of sex with my boyfriend and we use no other form of protection and I have never gotten pregnant.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: So I got my Implanon inserted about a month ago. When I went to get it I was expecting the worst. I imagined getting every side effect imaginable, but it's been four weeks and nothing! I was due for my period, but that has yet to start. My sex drive has gone wild and now my boyfriend can't even keep up. I have no pains or bleeding or headaches. No acne and not even a scar from it. I actually enjoy poking it in my arm when I'm thinking. My moods have actually stabilized and I no longer get random menstrual cramps throughout the month. Personally, I LOVE IT. Even though I'm only a month in I already plan on getting another 3 years from now.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I have had Implanon since March 2008 and the main side effects that I have are periods that are long lasting from 10 to 21 days, no libido/sex drive, and mood swings. My partner complains because I'm frequently on my period, which can be very frustrating.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I got the Implanon late 2009, now December 2010, I'm debating if I want it removed. I thought this was going to be nice. A friend of mine warned me the worst was yet to come. A few months after getting it put it I experienced weight gain I'm still dealing with this unexplainable fatigue and I've acquired a thyroid issue as well as the non stop bleeding, almost no sex drive and I'm only 21. I don't know how much longer I can deal with feelings a wreck, but I have not been pregnant and that's the only thing keeping me on this birth control.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I got my Implanon on January of 09 and I love it. I had no problems with the bleeding except at first, for 2 weeks I would have irregular bleeding. 7 months later I have had 2 periods that lasted a whole 3 days, very light. This is the first birth control that I have been on and it is great. There are a lot of people that have had bad experiences with it and I am sorry. But I give it a 10.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I have this and I love it. No periods, nothing. It is great. I don't have to worry about a thing for three years. When it was first inserted I did feel a little sick, but it passed after a day. I would recommend this form of birth control to anyone that asks. I love it.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I had the Implanon fitted in May this year. From having it fitted I think I bled for nearly 9 weeks. I have put on a stone in weight and have suffered really bad mood swings feeling sometimes like I'm going mad. I felt tired all the time with no energy. I was really snappy with my children and my other half all the time. I am normally a really laid back sort of person but this changed me into a nutter.

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I love my Implanon! It wasn't that painful with the insertion. It bruised for a week. But when you get it first put in you will probably bleed a little for a day or two but after that no periods! Well in my experience I had no periods. It's almost been a year since I had it inserted and I am never scared to get pregnant. I had no negative side effects at all. No weight gain or chemical imbalances. Implanon is the way to go. I was skeptical at first because of these negative views but remember those are extreme cases. I have many family members who are on Implanon and share the same positive experience as I did!

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: Its been almost a year since I got it and I haven't gone a full week WITHOUT bleeding. I have gained 15lbs in 7 months, very depressed, moody, bad cramps, headaches, muscle aches, weakness, digestive problems. The list goes on. I thought it was all in my head, so I'm glad I found these reviews because I am now going to get it removed!

Implanon (etonogestrel) for Birth Control: I've had the Implanon for about 6 months now. The insertion hurt a little bit but it was definitely worth it - the next 3 years of worry free birth control. I absolutely LOVE not getting a period anymore and I truly trust this method enough to not need the reassurance of a period. The ONLY things I do not like about Implanon are the mood swings and weight fluctuation (about 5 lbs more or less). People close to me have really noticed a change in my irritability. I wouldn't consider myself a extremely bad by any means, it is tolerable, I just demand a lot more alone time than I used to. I would recommend this birth control to anyone.