Side effects
Birth control implant common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Period like cramps
62% of Birth control implant reviewers reported period like cramps
Headaches
60% of Birth control implant reviewers reported headaches
Vaginal discharge
54% of Birth control implant reviewers reported vaginal discharge
Vaginal dryness
49% of Birth control implant reviewers reported vaginal dryness
Dizziness
43% of Birth control implant reviewers reported dizziness
Birth control implant rare side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
5% of Birth control implant reviewers reported a latex allergy
5% of Birth control implant reviewers reported pelvic infection
3% of Birth control implant reviewers reported high blood pressure
Possible Birth control implant side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
- Period like cramps (62%)
- Headaches (60%)
- Vaginal discharge (54%)
- Vaginal dryness (49%)
- Dizziness (43%)
- Sweating more than usual (43%)
- Breast enlargement (43%)
- Tender breasts (43%)
- Lower back pain (43%)
- Migraines (35%)
- Nausea or vomiting (32%)
- Body hair getting darker (30%)
- Migraine with aura (19%)
- Body hair increase (19%)
- Hair loss (16%)
- Discomfort wearing contact lenses (11%)
- Cystitis (11%)
- Thrush (8%)
- A latex allergy (5%)
- Pelvic infection (5%)
- High blood pressure (3%)
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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
18 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 2 weeks ago
Gained a lot of weight at the beginning 110 -> 120 and now losing a lot -> 100 would have period every day for a month long, none for months, or 5 days of blood every 2 weeks i love and hate it
Very negative mood
1 more effect
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Used for 6 - 12 mo
37 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 3 weeks ago
I didn't even want the IUD but my doctor kept pushing it so I just gave in and then after my surgery to get rid of my fibroids, I got constant night sweats EVERY NIGHT. I reported the side effects but they only suggested that I have diabetes or a thyroid problem. I did the tests, negative. Then they said they would give me a lower dose. I told them to take it out. Had to have another doctor to remove it.
Somewhat negative mood
1 more effect
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Used for 3 - 5 yr
28 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 22nd Jun 24
To start, I gained about 20 pounds. My periods were sometimes non existent and then I would have a two week period, then two days of no bleeding, followed by another two week period. After a while the implant migrated in my arm and started to cause aches whenever I exercised. I could handle most side effects but the real issue was low libido. The implant made me actively avoid sex and even be a little repulsed by it. It definitely hurt my relationship. I did love the security of it and how little I had to worry about getting pregnant.
Decreased sex drive
1 more effect
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Used for 8+ yr
30 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 21st Jun 24
I am approaching the removal date for my 3rd nexplanon. I’m researching alternative non hormonal options but may just go with another nexplanon as it has been nothing but positive for me for nearly a decade. I decided to leave this review to remind anyone reading that while reviews and the experiences of others are important, everyone is different and will react to birth control methods differently. The nexplanon has been extremely reliable for me with little to no noticeable negative reactions and it could be for you too.
Top side effects not reported
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Used for 5 - 8 yr
26 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 13th Jun 24
Somewhat positive mood
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Used for 12 - 18 mo
22 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 5th Apr 24
This is a good birth control compared to the other options. I previously tried the patches and it gave me an allergic reaction. Anyways, It was uncomfortable when they first insert the implant into your arm but then you get used to it. I will say that it is different for everyone but for me it has given me more acne spots, regulatted my periods, and given me more facial hair. Those being the only cons.
Worse skin
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Used for 6 - 12 mo
19 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 29th Mar 24
This birth control severely impacted my mental and physical health. This includes anxiety, depression, pelvic pain, irregular periods, heavy periods, spotting, headaches, laziness, grogginess, etc. Please do your research! Speak with a doctor you trust or multiple! Lastly, please consider if birth control is worth the side effects.
Very negative mood
2 more effects
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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
30 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 19th Mar 24
I liked the first two years and now I have weird symptoms, on the flip side it could be a couple of other things
Worse skin
2 more effects
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Used for 12 - 18 mo
17 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 17th Mar 24
Know your body and know what’s going into you. Do your research and know the risks!
Very negative mood
1 more effect
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Used for 3 - 5 yr
34 years old
🇺🇸 US
• 13th Mar 24
I like the efficacy and not worrying about pregnancy. I dislike the mood effects and weight gain.
Somewhat negative mood
1 more effect
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