Implant Implants are small soft tubes the size of match sticks, which are placed under the skin of the upper arm. They release a steady flow of the hormone progestogen into the bloodstream, which creates a barrier in the cervix making it difficult for a sperm to meet an egg. Implants are put in under local anaesthetic, this takes about 10 minutes. They are fitted during your period and you are protected from pregnancy from that point on, for up to five years. You can also breast feed if you have an implant.
Implants are unsuitable for women who are at risk from liver disease and breast or ovarian cancer.
Implants can also cause your periods to change, and have other possible side effects like acne, weight gain, and tender breasts. An injection of hormones that provides a longer acting alternative to the pill. It works by slowly releasing the hormone progestogen into the body to stop ovulation. Can give some protection against cancer of the uterus. It is important to attend for the next injection on time, every three months otherwise it becomes ineffective.