Removing the contraceptive implant | NHS

This video explains how a contraceptive implant is removed.

The contraceptive implant (Nexplanon) is a small flexible plastic rod that’s placed under the skin in your upper arm by a doctor or nurse. It releases the hormone progestogen into your bloodstream to prevent pregnancy and lasts for 3 years.

Click the link to find out where you can get the contraceptive implant removed: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/other-services/Contraception-information-and-advice/LocationSearch/730 or call the free and confidential sexual health helpline on 0300 123 7123.

0:00 – 00:15 What is a contraceptive implant
00:16 – 00:21 When a contraceptive implant be fitted
00:22- 00:36 How long the contraceptive implant lasts
00:37- 00:49 Who can remove the contraceptive implant
00:50 – 01:16 How the contraceptive implant is removed
01:17 – 01:35 Side effects of having the contraceptive implant removed
01:36 – 01:51 After removal and contraceptive options
01:52 – 02:04 Outro