Jadelle
Two-rod subdermal implant for 5 years of protection.
1 Insertion and Removal
2 matchstick-sized rods inserted into the arm to prevent pregnancy. It is safe, effective, and convenient. Must be placed by a healthcare provider like IPS AMBULATORIAS DE COLOMBIA. Its duration is up to five years.
2 What is it?
It is an effective contraceptive that prevents pregnancy, is reversible, and offers both comfort and a high degree of safety for up to (5) five continuous years.
3 Efficacy
Efficacy is a common and important concern when choosing a contraceptive method. Jadelle is very effective. Annually, less than 1 in 100 women will become pregnant if using Jadelle. Its duration extends up to five years.
4 Medications that may reduce its efficacy
Certain medications and supplements may reduce the efficacy of Jadelle. Among them are: The antibiotic rifampicin, some medications for yeast infection, certain HIV medications, some seizure prevention medications, and St. John's Wort.
5 Placement and Removal
After recording your medical history and performing a physical exam, your healthcare provider at IPS AMBULATORIAS DE COLOMBIA will numb a small area of your arm with a painkiller. The contraceptive implant is inserted under the skin. Placement takes just a few minutes. The implant is effective for five years after placement. After that period, it must be removed. The implant can be removed at any time and fertility is recovered quickly.
6 Common Side Effects
Irregular bleeding is the most common side effect, especially during the first 6 to 12 months. In most women, menstrual periods decrease in amount and intensity. After one year, 1 in 3 women will stop having menstrual periods completely.
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