ETONOGESTREL implant 1 x 68mg, with applicator s.u.

• In the WHO list of Essential Medicines 2023

Progestogen contraceptive for subdermal implantation

Long-acting contraception, for a maximum of 3 years, after which the implant must be changed.

Implant composed of one non-biodegradable flexible rod, x-ray detectable.

Each rod is 40 mm long, 2 mm in diameter and contains 68 mg of etonogestrel.

Insert under the skin, on the inside of the non-dominant arm, 8-10 cm from the bony process of the elbow and 3-5 cm below the biceps, under local anaesthetic and aseptically.

Equipment needed for insertion

• sterile surgical linen, tray, sterile gloves, antiseptic solution (iodine polyvidone)
• local anaesthetic (1% lidocaine), 2 ml syringe, 21G needle
• skin dressing: sterile gauze compresses, adhesive tape

For the conditions of insertion or removal, follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Implant packaged in a sterile single-use applicator (instead of a trocar).

Therapeutic alternative: levonorgestrel implant with a duration of action of 5 years.