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How to Take Etonogestrel and it's Dose


It comes as subdermal implant, to be inserted just under the skin of a woman's upper arm.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Implant - a single implant should be inserted between Day 1 and Day 5 of the menstrual cycle, , even if the woman is still bleeding.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with cancer of the breast, acute porphyrias, abnormal vaginal bleeding, liver impairment, blood clots, and hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Etonogestrel

This medication is a progestin, prescribed for preventing pregnancy.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Etonogestrel

International :


Implanon, Nexplanon
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