Norplant implants are a long-acting contraceptive method. They consist of six matchstick-sized plastic capsules. A trained doctor or nurse places Norplant implants under the skin of your upper arm by making a very small cut. The capsules may remain in your arm for up to five years. They have to be removed at the end of five years, but they can be taken out before that if you wish.
Norplant implants are one of the most effective contraceptive methods.
Norplant implants do not provide protection against HIV infection and other sexually transmitted infections . Aside from abstinence, latex condoms offer the best protection against these infections. Norplant implants stop the egg from leaving the ovary. They also make it difficult for sperm to enter the womb. They do this by thickening the mucus at the entrance to the womb.