Norplant is not on the market anymore, and there are no remaining US users. It has been replaced with Implanon/Nexplanon.
Norplant is no longer available in many countries (including the US) due to the severity of side effects experienced by some women.Side effects include:AcneAnxietyHair growth (or loss)Irregular periodsHeadachesNauseaOvarian CystsWeight gainThe use of Norplant increases a woman's risk of ectopic (tubal) pregnancy.Alternative implantable contraceptive rods have since been released, and include Implanon and Nexplanon in the US.
No, Norplant distribution in the US was discontinued in 2002 and it was discontinued globally in 2008.
Norplant was effective for five years. The current implant on the US market, Nexplanon, is effective for three years.
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