title: Innovations in contraception: the Norplant system.
abstract: The Norplant (Huhtamaki Oy/Leiras Pharmaceuticals, Turku, Finland) contraceptive system is a safe, highly effective, reversible method of hormonal contraception. The system consists of six flexible match-size implants that are implanted in the inner aspect of the upper arm. This sustained-release system delivers the progestin levonorgestrel at levels sufficient to prevent pregnancy for as long as 5 years. Norplant is a convenient, easy-to-use method. Adequate counseling of potential users and appropriate selection of patient users are important determinants of patient satisfaction with Norplant.
authors.forename: C M
authors.initials: CM
authors.lastname: Klaisle
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Wysocki
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003376:Counseling; D003692:Delayed-Action Preparations; D004343:Drug Implants; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016912:Levonorgestrel / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000493:pharmacokinetics; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011247:Pregnancy; D011271:Pregnancy, Ectopic
chemical_list: D003692:Delayed-Action Preparations; D004343:Drug Implants; D016912:Levonorgestrel