Question 1

can 800 mg bactrim affect nexplanon?

Accepted Answer

Safe: Drugs.com drug interaction checker showed no significant interactions between Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim) &amp; Nexplanon (etonogestrel).

Question 2

on bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) for uti how long after finishing my prescription will my nexplanon be effective?

Accepted Answer

Its effective now: Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and most other antibiotics do not diminish the effectiveness of Nexplanon.  Best wishes!

Question 3

i am on nexplanon birth control. i recently was on bactrim for a strep infection. the past week or so i have been super bloated. i look pregnant but im on this birth control so i feel like i shouldnt be. could my bloating be from the bactrim?

Accepted Answer

UTI ?'s: Bactrim will not cause bloating, but it also may not be the correct antibiotic, which can cause spread of the infection, and bloating.  See your gyn for an exam to make certain the infection is under control.

Question 4

is it normal to always be in pain on implanon?

Accepted Answer

No: Implanon should not cause pain  (except a small amount at the placement site)

Question 5

implanon side effects, cost?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding: Irregular vaginal bleeding is most notorious side effect. Cost can be checked online.

Question 6

what are implanon side effects?

Accepted Answer

Most common: side effect of IMPLANON® is a change in normal menstrual bleeding pattern. It is not unusual to have shorter and/or lighter periods, or to skip period. Implanon is very safe for almost all women.  Other commonly reported side effects include: emotional lability/mood changes, headache, breast discomfort, and acne; however, more women reported improvement in acne than worsening.

Question 7

why does implanon cause spotting?

Accepted Answer

CPU override: Your Central Processing Unit is being overridden by the implanon's hormone "feedback" to your pituitary gland. As a result, it's "keystrokes" to the endometrium are often sporadic, resulting in the computer to "freeze" (spotting). This in no way, will prevent the overall computer (body) from functioning,. Implanon will just continue to prevent a "virus"(pregnancy) but the keyboard may "freeze".

Question 8

how soon do the implanon runs out?

Accepted Answer

3 years: Implanon lasts for three years after it was inserted. After that, you are no longer protected from pregnancy. At that point you can have it removed and another one inserted or start a different form of birth control.

Question 9

dealing with implanon side effects?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: Irregular bleeding is an almost universal side effect of implanon. There is no normal time for your period on this birth control  method. If you have other questions regarding specific side effects then please specify in a future question. Hope this helps.

Question 10

how is implanon inserted in the body?

Accepted Answer

Under the skin: Implanon is a matchstick-like contraceptive that is placed under the skin next to the biceps muscle.  Local anesthesia (like novacaine) is used and a 1/4 inch incision may take a week to heal. Implanon lasts for 3 years and has a great pregnancy protect rate; however, the most common complaint from its users is a high rate of unexpected spotting and bleeding.

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I am on nexplanon birth control. i recently was on bactrim for a strep infection. the past week or so i have been super bloated. i look pregnant but im on this birth control so i feel like i shouldnt be. could my bloating be from the bactrim?

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Is it normal to always be in pain on implanon?

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Implanon side effects, cost?

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What are implanon side effects?

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