Nexplanon is birth control in the form of a single-rod implant that is inserted into a woman’s arm that lasts up to three years. Compared to classic birth control pills, the Nexplanon is a much more effective and convenient form of birth control seeing how you don’t have to remember it every day, and any other common medications you may take will not interfere with its effectiveness. Nexplanon is a popular source of birth control among women, and for good reason. The convenience of Nexplanon is the main attraction for why women are inclined to test out this form of birth control. Nexplanon is inserted into the under skin of your arm and it lasts for up to three years. Nexplanon is inserted into the under skin of your arm and is compared to the resemblance of a matchstick, which provides a woman with a more discrete form of birth control. However, the Nexplanon can be removed at any time you wish. After the three-year mark, the Nexplanon doesn’t release enough hormones to protect against pregnancy (Stacey). It also has to be removed because it will not naturally disappear. The insertation and …show more content…
Because the Nexplanon is 99% effective, it is just as effective as the pill. However, basic and common antibiotics or even over-the-counter drugs have been known to interfere with the effectiveness of the birth control pill. The Nexplanon doesn’t have this risk. Although, there are some medications that cause Nexplanon to be less effective. They mostly deal with liver-related issues such as liver enzymes, liver disease, and diabetes (Stacey). Some antidepressants have also been known to interfere with the birth control pills. The Nexplanon’s effectiveness isn’t as affected by the medications associated with mental illness; however, the Nexplanon is not recommended to women with a history of certain mental