Jadelle 2 X 75 mg Implants

Jadelle 2 X 75 mg Implants

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 23 May 2025

API: Levonorgestrel | Company: Bayer

Clinical Summary

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Indication

Contraception.

Dosage (summary)

Two implants inserted sub-dermally, effective for up to 5 years.

Special Populations

  • Paediatric population
  • Women over 60 kg

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Remove implants if pregnancy occurs; do not use during breastfeeding until 6 weeks postpartum.

Key Drug Interactions

  • Phenytoin
  • Carbamazepine
  • Rifampicin
  • St. John's wort

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to levonorgestrel
  • Undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding
  • Acute liver disease
  • History of thromboembolic disease

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Weight gain
  • Irregular menstrual bleeding

Counselling Points

  • Keep insertion area dry for 3 days
  • Monitor for mood changes
  • Use additional contraception if switching from other hormonal methods

Serious warnings

  • Efficacy decreases after 4 years
  • Risk of thromboembolic events
  • Mood changes and depression
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