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What is the difference between norplant (levonorgestrel) and explanon?
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6 vs 1 : Both are implantable contraceptives. Norplant (levonorgestrel) has 6 rods, Nexplanon has 1.
Answered 7/13/2014
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Similar, but: Norplant, (levonorgestrel) a 5 year contraceptive implant that consisted of six flexible hormone containing rods, is no longer available. Implanon is a single flexible implant that works for three years, and is currently available.
Answered 8/19/2014
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