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Nexplanon implant reviews

2.8

620 reviews

Nexplanon implant has an average rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars from a total of 620 reviews when used as a contraceptive. These are self-reported reviews where users of Nexplanon implant review their satisfaction with this contraceptive and any side effects they feel they experienced whilst using.
Nexplanon is a contraceptive implant which contains a progestogen similar to that used in the popular mini pills Desogestrel and Cerazette. The insertion procedure only takes a couple of minutes, after which it can be left in for 3 years so it is an easy and convenient progestogen only option.

Every 3 years

Frequency

Over 99%

Effectiveness

None

Blood clot risk

None

Effect on fertility

Nexplanon implant

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2.8

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Implant  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
15 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  1 day ago

Nexplanon implant  

I got this because I have very bad periods. I’ve had worse cramps then before and they go on for longer however the bleeding is lighter

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Somewhat negative mood

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Implant  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
15 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  1 day ago

Nexplanon implant  

I got this because I have very bad periods. I’ve had worse cramps then before and they go on for longer however the bleeding is lighter


Somewhat negative mood

3 more effects

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Implant  
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
16 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  2 weeks ago

Nexplanon implant  

wish i knew got it honestly periods stopped completely so much weight loss rlly bad increase in my mh and mood makes me feel so not me


Very negative mood

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Implant  
Used for 6 - 12 mo
30 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  1 month ago

Nexplanon implant  

Apart for heavy long periods, I Became mean and short fused. My sex drive is zero. I am less excited and feeling empty. Had the implant for 8 months, the behaviour changes are not settling.I am generally miserable and its damaging my relationship.


Very negative mood

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Implant  
Used for 3 - 5 yr
19 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  15th Nov 25

Nexplanon implant  

Safest and easiest contraception in my opinion. However does come with lots of side effects as any medication does, it is manageable but irritating at times (headaches, irregular bleeding every month and lower back pain). I also get rashes at the implant site quite frequently and heard this is very common- gets itchy but normal apparently


Very negative mood

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Implant  
Used for 5 - 8 yr
29 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  14th Nov 25

Nexplanon implant  

Of all the contraceptives I tried I was most satisfied with the implant. I had mostly no side effects and it stopped my period completely after 1 year (had some spotting irregularly in the first year). It was a very effective method, with painless insertion and changes (had 3 implants in 7 years). I removed it because I wanted to give my body a break before potentially trying for a baby. The main side effect and reason I took off one star is the loss of libido and vaginal dryness. My libido was very low and when I did get into sex, the dryness made things painful. Overall the sensation and pleasure of sex took a hit, but it was manageable. Now that I am off the implant I notice a resurgence in libido and feel more connected to my body and sexual self.


Decreased sex drive

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Implant  
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
20 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  11th Nov 25

Nexplanon implant  

I had the implant for 19 months and got it taken out today after being a little fed up of the side effects. For the first couple of months, I had my period as normal and pretty much no other symptoms except being a bit more emotional. Then over the next year or so i had completely stopped bleeding and had no issues. Then I started to get migraines maybe 2 a week for a couple weeks (I had 5 in the space of a month?) and they were so unbearable. And then I started bleeding again but it was so irregular. I could have a period twice in 2 weeks but not have one for like 6-8 weeks and then get spotting for a few days. It was so frustrating. That and having incredibly sore nipples and tender breasts that I couldn’t wear anything without it hurting. Ever since getting it inserted I have gained around 30kg which is very noticeable on someone who is barely 5ft tall. So because of that my self confidence has completely dropped. It felt like I was buying a bigger bra every 2 months. And none of my clothes that I had a year and a half ago fit me anymore. Overall the beginning was pretty great but about a year in I didn’t like it anymore.


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Implant  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
26 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  13th Oct 25

Nexplanon implant  

Really easy insertion process, nothing to be worried about as a local anesthetic is used. Luckily so far I haven't had a single bleed on this (touch wood) although I had this fitted 2 months postpartum and my periods hadn't properly come back yet. I kept forgetting to take my pill and so I love the implant so far as it's automated contraception that requires no effort for 3 years! Perfect for a busy mama!!!


Somewhat negative mood

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Implant  
Used for 6 - 12 mo
17 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  13th Oct 25

Nexplanon implant  

can be such hell sometimes my mood is literally allover the place all the time (i do also have PMDD) i also have baby fever all the time i just want a baby so bad have wanted to come off it a few times just so i could be a mother but the weight it’s on and off sometimes ill gain it sometimes ill lose it i’ve also gained stretch marks but its effective does the job and doesn’t interfere with my day to day life all the time


Very negative mood

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Implant  
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
Lowdown user
🇬🇧 UK
  •  5th Oct 25

Nexplanon implant  

At first stopped my periods for 1 year but after periods came back much lighter but at random times. Now periods are more regular and still light rather than random spotting. Recently the doctor found a cyst in my ovary they think was caused by the implant.


Decreased sex drive

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