The contraceptive implant is a small flexible plastic rod that's placed under the skin in your upper arm by your doctor or nurse as a form of birth control. It releases progestogen into your bloodstream, which prevents pregnancy.1
The implant can be a good choice if you find it difficult to remember to take the pill at the same time every day.1 Unlike some other hormonal contraceptives, it does not contain oestrogen so may be an option if you cannot or do not want to take oestrogen. If you decide that you want to have children, the implant can be removed and your fertility should return to normal.1 If you decide that you want to have children, the implant can be removed and your fertility should return to normal.1
