I have a norplant (levonorgestrel) its three yrs old is it still effective or can i get pregnant do i have to wait till the five years are up to remove it?

5 year plan: Norplant (levonorgestrel) is effective up to 5 years, however if you chose to remove it prior to that time, have an alternative contraceptive in mind before your do.

Five years: The Norplant (levonorgestrel) is effective for 5 years after insertion. You can have the Norplant (levonorgestrel) removed any time you choose. It does not have to stay in place for the full 5 years