Etonogestrel User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Anonymous
• November 13, 2014

For Birth Control "Probably one of the worst decisions I have made in my adult life. I have always had great skin, and on this medication, it exploded with both random dryness and severe acne. My emotions were a roller coaster (more than just normal girl stuff). My sex drive plummeted. Constant spotting. Yeah, it prevented me from getting pregnant, probably because I was always on my period. All in all, bad experience."

• Fie...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 13, 2021

For Birth Control "Nexplanon completely uprooted my life. Although I never gained weight (I actually lost 20 lbs), I experienced the most intense anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts of my entire life. Every single day, I would wake up in a panic attack, and falling asleep was nearly impossible. My brain would never turn off, and the intrusive thoughts would cause me to break down in tears daily. My hair started falling out and thinning. I would get irrational fears that would consume me to the point of never leaving my house and trying to spend all of my time sleeping to avoid reality. I’m getting it removed in 9 days, and I really hope this stops. I nearly took my own life because of this implant, it made all of the vibrancy drain from my life. I even had to break up with my romantic partner because I just couldn’t energetically show up for the relationship due to the depression and anxiety."

• Zen...
• December 29, 2020

For Birth Control "I just want to say thank you to all the ladies who shared their experiences with Nexplanon on here. I actually got my prescription and made an appointment with my doctor to get the Nexplanon inserted in two days' time. Deep down though, I felt uneasy about the whole thing. I thought that the feeling would go away, but as my appointment date got closer, the uneasiness grew stronger. I thought I'd do some further research for peace of mind, and then I found this forum, and I am so glad I did! I have suffered (still do) from anxiety and depression for most of my life, and having read that so many women's mental health declined further after getting on Nexplanon was just the confirmation I needed. I also read that some women didn't have any negative side effects, and that's awesome, but it's not a risk I am willing to take. Thanks heaps, ladies. I'll be canceling my appointment today!"

• Eri...
• March 21, 2010

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."

• Bry...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2013

For Birth Control "NuvaRing gave me hormonal hot flashes, and I found it hard to take my Loestrin 24 Fe at the same time every day, so I decided to try Nexplanon. I am a 23-year-old college graduate, and I am 3 weeks into my Nexplanon. Granted, it hasn’t been long, but my experience so far is AMAZING. Ladies, I want to make sure all of you know that birth control works differently with every woman, and most reviews online are from negative experiences, for I was so nervous to get this inserted because of all the negative online reviews. Here's how my experience has been so far: extremely clear skin, no breakthrough bleeding or spotting, no mood swings, pain, headaches, or nausea, bigger breasts. I’m in love. Don’t believe every negative review."

• Man...
• March 29, 2021

"DON'T DO IT, SIS! I went on Nexplanon about 2 years ago, and these have been my side effects: 1. Unrelenting cystic acne. 2. Extremely long periods - sometimes up to a month. 3. Extreme anxiety and depression - THIS WAS THE WORST - I suddenly felt suicidal. I tried very hard to fight this on my own. I deleted all my social media accounts, limited phone time, was deliberate about music and TV, and spent time with people who I felt were good for me. No matter what, I would cry. Everything would trigger me - books, TV shows, compliments, EVERYTHING. I was always sad, I would look in the mirror and just start crying. Meditation didn't work, my positive affirmations didn't work, going vegan didn't work, avoiding alcohol and coffee didn't work, getting dressed up, or doing things I loved didn't work. The only thing that worked was taking it out. I have had it out for two weeks now. I still have the acne and some of the weight gain, but suddenly I can cope. Don't do it, sis!"

• Anonymous
• May 19, 2020

For Birth Control "I’ve had the Nexplanon for pretty much two years and it’s just now caused me really bad anxiety, panic attacks, chest pain. I was really weak and I’ve never been like that in my life! Just got it removed today. I will never advise anyone to get this."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 9, 2021

For Birth Control "I got Nexplanon in Aug 2018. Honestly, the worst birth control experience I’ve had. I have month-long periods (with only 3 weeks in between cycles), complete with cramping, bloating, and irritability for the entire duration. My anxiety and depression have skyrocketed, along with suicidal thoughts. I get severe migraines now (never had in the past), my sex drive is completely gone, and I’ve been getting horrible acne on my face and back (also didn’t have in the past). I feel constant fatigue. I gained 20 lbs in the first 6 months of having it and can’t seem to lose the weight no matter how hard I try. And on top of all, recently I’ve started getting shooting pain around the site of my implant, and my whole arm feels numb and weak when that happens. I’m getting it removed in 2 weeks because I cannot continue with all of these side effects."

• Lo1...
• September 5, 2014

For Birth Control "Love this birth control. Please don't read all the negativity - every medicine has POSSIBLE side effects, and the people who deal with those are more common to blog about it than the ones who have no issues with it. I've had it for 2.5 years, and I've never had any issues and side effects. Some of my friends have also gotten it and love it just as much as I do!"

• Anonymous
• September 29, 2020

For Birth Control "I currently have the Nexplanon bar in my left arm and am finding it horrible physically, mentally, and emotionally. The first month I woke every night at 4 a.m. dripping in sweat (in winter) and experienced hot flushes every day randomly. I’ve bled every day for the last 2 months and in the last 2 weeks have broken out in pimples. I feel completely disconnected to myself as a woman, my usual cycle has been replaced by constant irregular bleeding that leaves me irritable and moody. I’m finding myself questioning every thought/feeling/reaction because I no longer know when my hormones/cycle are affecting my moods, which is taking its toll on my mental health. My anxiety has never been worse. I have zero sex drive or desire to be touched, which is taking a huge toll on my relationship. I feel there’s a complete lack of caution from GPs when prescribing this product. I’m having it removed ASAP."

• Cal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 22, 2014

For Birth Control "I am so sorry to all of those who have really suffered with their Nexplanon implant. However, I could not be happier with mine! I had mine put in about two months ago. The reason I chose Nexplanon was because I started to forget to take my pills. About a week after I got implanted, I had a period that was longer but lighter than normal (about 8 days). However, since then, I have not had a period in seven weeks. I did not gain weight (I actually lost weight), I did not break out, and I did not become emotional or moody. Overall, I feel exactly like myself except now with foolproof protection and no periods! Definitely a plus. I know everybody reacts differently, but my reaction was positive, and I hope yours is, too."

• Not...
• February 3, 2015

For Birth Control "First, I've spotted on and off with this birth control. Over a year of it. Second, I can't lose weight for anything. After diets, exercise, you name it I can't lose weight. I've been the same weight, maybe a few lbs more for a year. Third, I have no desire to be touched or even want to have sex. My sex drive doesn't exist. This all started when I got on this. I'm getting it removed this month. No other birth control has ever done this to me. It's not for me personally."

• 282...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 9, 2020

For Birth Control "The worst experience of my entire life!! I have always struggled with anxiety a little, but I have always been on some kind of contraception since an early age due to acne, and looking back, I don’t think the hormones ever really helped my anxiety. But this time last year, I was so happy, the happiest I had ever been. I then got the implant, and the nightmare of side effects started. • extremely emotional • thrush • extreme acne/oily hair • low libido • EXTREME anxiety • awful intrusive thoughts • weight gain • my arm where the implant is itches constantly. I never write reviews, but I don’t want anyone to feel how I have for the past 10 months."

• sha...
• November 4, 2009

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 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."

• Hap...
• August 15, 2017

For Birth Control "Right before and after getting the Nexplanon, I would lose sleep over reading the reviews on here. I am on a year-long traveling trip, and my doctor told me this would be the best option. After reading all the horrifying reviews, I vowed that if I had a good experience, I would come back and share, since usually unhappy customers are more likely to write reviews. I think it really just depends on your body. For me, so far it's been about two months, and I've had zero side effects, except for the fact that it took away my periods completely, which is exactly what I needed. Praise God! I am grateful."

• lkj...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 19, 2015

For Birth Control "I've been on this birth control for about 6 months and I love it! It's helping me balance my weight. I lost 10 pounds on it! I have constant spotting with it, but it's not heavy, and it doesn't leave anything on my underwear at all, so that's pretty cool. 10/10 recommend."

• Dod...
• June 4, 2020

For Birth Control "I have had the Nexplanon implant nearly 3 years after having my son. Initially, I noticed that I started experiencing headaches, period pains but without the periods, and I thought I could bear this. I liked the idea of not having any periods for the whole 2 years, but as soon as I started to bleed, I noticed it was irregular. I didn't like this at all and sometimes noticed some blood clots. I remember at one point I had to go to the hospital for breathlessness, tiredness, and had never experienced this before. I have noticed I continue to get chest pains, and I have had muscle aches all over my body almost every day. I have also had panic attacks too. I have also gained weight, and I don't easily do. It's due to be removed in 2 months, but I am scared to get it removed because of fear of contracting Covid-19. Lately, I have become bloated, have pain in my left lower abdomen, and my breasts are sore. I have no idea how I can get this removed without risking my health. I want it out!"

• KC8...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 8, 2014

For Birth Control "I LOVE IT! Can't rave enough about it. No mood swings, no strong appetite, GREAT SEX DRIVE. Super quick and painless to get put in, lasts 3 years! I have had it in for 10 months now and have not had ONE period. I also LOST weight on it. Before when I was bouncing from pill to pill, my weight would fluctuate and no amounts of the gym would ever help... now I am doing my same regimen at the gym with results (not saying this is because of the pill) but my appetite is not as STRONG as it was on the pill. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT."

• Hea...
• November 16, 2010

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, 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 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."

• KQa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 12, 2019

For Birth Control "I got Nexplanon in May of 2017. It was amazing for the first 2 years. I had no issues. In August, I began having panic attacks. Thinking it was because of the birth control, I went and had it removed. The panic attacks didn't stop. It's November, and I'm still dealing with horrible anxiety. I wake up in the middle of the night in a panic, feeling like I'm going-it is the end of my life. I have had confusion, depression, depersonalization, headaches, palpitations, increased heart rate. Sometimes it feels like I'm high and detached from my surroundings and myself. This has been the worst experience of my life by far. Some days are better than others. I'd like to see a doctor to be sure this isn't being brought on by any other medical issues, but at the time, I don't have insurance. My hope is to let others be aware of what this implant is capable of and to see if anyone can relate to my story. I hope I find relief soon."

• Mic...
• December 29, 2014

For Birth Control "I have been on Implanon for a year now. There are some goods and bads to using it. The good things are you don't bleed every month, and you don't have to worry about getting pregnant. The bads are you have less sex desire, feel stressed, increased appetite, and my biggest problem is weight gain. I have gained 20 lbs so far."

• Lay...
• August 30, 2020

For Birth Control "I got the Nexplanon. I thought it would help. It was great at first, then two days after I got it, my vision was going crazy, I got dizzy, and I had a lot of mood swings. And I looked up some of these side effects, they are crazy. I think this birth control needs to be looked into more and maybe have fewer side effects. If it works for you, great, but if it doesn’t, please take it out. It’s not worth having it in your arm if you feel miserable. And I know every woman is different, but please be aware."

• Ava...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 24, 2013

For Birth Control "I am new to the Implanon. I just had it inserted a few days ago. So far, so good. I've had mood swings, but that's because I am a woman. What really concerned me was the reviews. These ladies are telling horrible stories about their experience with the Implanon. What they don't seem to understand is that every birth control affects every woman differently. I wanted to make this post to let the ladies who aren't sure about the Implanon because of some other stuff they've seen online not to let that make your decision for you. The best thing you can do is talk to your doctor, not go off of someone else's review."

• Jes...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 25, 2023

For Birth Control "I got Nexplanon 3 months postpartum because I had heard horror stories of IUDs, and I'm terrible at taking the pill every day. My cousin had just got hers and said she liked it, so I went with it. Worst. Idea. Ever. The injection site was painful and bruised for 2 weeks. I could barely move my arm, and the implant gets caught on the underwire in my bra with certain movements. I've had constant bleeding for weeks on end, and I used to hardly have periods before. 3 days tops. The worst of it, though, is the anger, rage, aggression, depression, and anxiety I feel now. I thought I was going crazy. I snap at the smallest things. I can rationalize in my head that I'm being ridiculous but physically can't fight the feelings, chest pains, and aggression over things. It's getting removed tomorrow. It's not worth it. I can't live like this anymore."

• tha...
• August 7, 2019

For Birth Control "The first 6 months of Nexplanon were amazing! I had a regular period, no weight gain, no side effects, but after the 6-month point, I realized I lost over 20 lbs of weight. I had dizziness, it turned into depression and severe anxiety. Given I had a history of mental health issues, I guessed it was just an episode, although I've never had anxiety and I was never scared. I didn't even know what a panic attack was before Nexplanon, but now after dealing with this for 8+ months, I needed answers for why I was too anxious to go grocery shopping. I couldn't go out if it was dark, couldn't fall asleep because I was scared of sleep paralysis, and was too scared at work for absolutely no reason. So I finally remembered, oh, I'm on birth control, so let me see what the side effects are, and sure enough, there are hundreds of women experiencing the same thing! So I had it removed, almost instantly, I felt calm, but still had moderate anxiety, and now almost a year later, I'm FINALLY getting over the little jitters. So ladies, please be careful with this, if you experience any depression, mania, or anxiety, HAVE IT REMOVED! Much love, hope this helped because reading these comments really did help me."