Norplant implants are not linked to sexual intercourse. Norplant implants are safe for breastfeeding mothers and their babies. You do not have to remember to do something every day. Disadvantages Norplant implants do not provide protection against HIV infection and other sexually transmitted infections . Norplant implants require a small cut in the upper arm that may leave a tiny scar.
Norplant implants cause most women to have irregular periods and spotting for the first six months.
Your period may then change back to normal. Or you may have no periods at all. A trained doctor or health care worker must insert and remove Norplant implants. You must remember to have Norplant implants removed at the end of five years. There are a number of factors that you should consider before deciding whether Norplant implants are right for you.