Advantages:

• it works for 3 years
• it doesn’t interrupt sex
• it’s an option if you can’t use oestrogen-based contraception, such as the combined contraceptive pill, contraceptive patch or vaginal ring
• it’s safe to use while you’re breastfeeding
• your fertility will return to normal as soon as the implant is taken out
• it may reduce heavy periods or painful periods

Disadvantages:

• you may experience temporary side effects during the first few months, like headaches, nausea, breast tenderness and mood swings
• your periods may be irregular or stop altogether
• you may get acne or your acne might get worse
• you’ll need a small procedure to have it fitted and removed
• it doesn’t protect you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), so you may need to use additional contraception (such as condoms) as well