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Etonogestrel

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Etonogestrel is a hormonal contraceptive that is used in the NuvaRing and Nexplanon.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Brands

Implanon • Nexplanon

Side Effects

Common

Headache
Weight gain
Dizziness
Back pain
Pain
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Nervousness
Visual changes
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Breast pain
Emotional instability
Fluid retention
No menstrual periods
Emotional problems
Excessive menstrual cramps
Change in vision

Serious

Hypersensitivity

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