Nexplanon (etonogestrel) is a prescription birth control device that’s used to help prevent pregnancy. Nexplanon should not be used during pregnancy but may be safe while breastfeeding.

The Nexplanon implant is used to help prevent pregnancy. You should not receive it during pregnancy.

Nexplanon is highly effective for preventing pregnancy. But there’s still a very small risk that you could become pregnant while you have a Nexplanon implant. If you do become pregnant after receiving Nexplanon, your doctor will remove the implant.

If you have more questions about Nexplanon and pregnancy, talk with your doctor.

If you’re currently breastfeeding or planning to do so, it’s important to understand the effects that Nexplanon could have on you or your child.

Nexplanon is likely safe to have inserted while breastfeeding. Small amounts of the drug have been found in breast milk, but Nexplanon is not known to cause side effects in a child who is breastfed.

Note that Nexplanon can decrease the amount of milk you produce. In addition, the ideal time to have Nexplanon inserted may be influenced by whether you’re currently breastfeeding.

If you have more questions about Nexplanon and breastfeeding, talk with your doctor.

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