Implanon Implant Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity
COMMON side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- Bleeding Not Related To Menstrual Period
- Irregular Periods
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- Breast Pain
- Changes In Appetite
- Generalized Weakness
- Headache
- Inflammation Or Infection Of The Vagina
- Intense Abdominal Pain
- Reactions At The Site Of The Injection
- Visible Water Retention
- Weight Gain
- Weight Loss
INFREQUENT side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
- Mood Changes
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Problem With Menstrual Periods
- Absence Of Menstrual Periods
- Acne
- Backache
- Diarrhea
- Discharge Of Fluid From The Cervix
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Flu-Like Symptoms
- Implant Site Reaction
- Itching
- Nausea
- Pain With Menstruation
- Throat Irritation
- Vaginal Discharge
RARE side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Blockage In The Gallbladder
- A Blockage Of The Bile Duct That Resulting In High Bilirubin Levels
- A Blood Clot
- A Clot In The Lung
- A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
- A Skin Rash
- A Stroke
- A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
- A Yellowing Of The Eyes Or Skin From Buildup Of Bilirubin Called Jaundice
- An Ovarian Cyst
- Depression
- High Blood Pressure
- Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
- Migration Of Implant
- Pneumonia With High Amount Of Eosinophil White Blood Cells
- Pseudotumor Cerebri, A Condition With High Fluid Pressure In The Brain
- Thrombophlebitis, An Inflamed Vein Due To A Blood Clot
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Change In Vision
- A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
- A Migraine Headache
- A Stuffy And Runny Nose
- Altered Interest In Having Sexual Intercourse
- Anxious Feelings
- Breastmilk Production Not Associated With Childbirth Or Nursing
- Chest Discomfort
- Constipation
- Difficult Or Painful Urination
- Difficulty Sleeping
- Ectropion Of Cervix, Where Cells Normally Inside The Cervix Spread To The Outer Cervical Surface
- Enlarged Breasts
- Fever
- Gas
- Hair Loss
- Hirsutism, A Condition Of Hair Growth On Parts Of The Body Normally Without Hair
- Hives
- Inflammation Of The Tissue Lining The Sinuses
- Itching Of The Genital Area
- Low Energy
- Muscle Pain
- Nervousness
- Pain
- Pain In The Muscles Or Bones
- Seborrhea
- Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Vomiting
- Water Retention
- Yellow-Brown Patches On Skin
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