I dislike using condoms and would like to know how long you have to wait before it is safer to begin sex again without having to worry about pregnancy?
Thanks!
How long After Having Implanon Inserted Does the Contraceptive Effect Start?
Question posted by Young-Reckless on 15 April 2012
Last updated on 24 January 2018 by rubi022
The information on this page reflects personal experiences shared by our community members. It is not reviewed for medical accuracy and should not replace professional medical advice.
5 Answers
Official Answer
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 26, 2020.
It is best to get advice from your doctor as to when it will become effective as it dependant on where you were on your cycle when it was inserted and what type, if any, of contraception you were using before the Implanon was inserted.
The link below has guidelines (under “Dosage and Administration”) as to how long you should use extra precautions for, after Implanon is inserted.
rubi022
24 Jan 2018
i would suggest wait atleast a week or 10 days to get the full benefit..after all you want it 'worry free'
Oasis_xo
30 July 2015
I had my inplannon inserted the day I came off my period and they told me it will start straight away, I've had it in for 9 days now & I'm worried just in case it's too soon, better off asking your doctor for reassurence
darknesofnight4u
1 Aug 2013
My doctor said I could right away but that was bc it was 2 weeks after my period the answer really depends on when you ovulate
subzero58
17 April 2012
hi young&reckless,the doctor who perscribed the implanon should have talked this over with you.please keep in mind that implanon will only work fon one thing.birth control,but as far as thinking its some kind of super cure,there's no such thing. you can still get all kinds of STD's so please be careful and think before you act.
Related topics
Further information
- Implanon uses and safety info
- Implanon prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Implanon (detailed)
Similar questions
Search for questions
Still looking for answers? Try searching for what you seek or ask your own question.