I'm spotting from the implant. What can I do to stop it?

Spotting with the implant) is a common side effect that can be really annoying but usually isn’t harmful. That being said, you’ve got options. If you’ve only had the implant for a few months or less and the bleeding is tolerable, you can wait it out and see if it goes away on its own. You can also talk to a provider about using medications, including combination birth control pills or over-the-counter ibuprofen, to try and stop the bleeding.

Still not working?

If the spotting doesn’t improve with time or it’s really bothering you, you might want to check out methods that let you have a predictable period, like the pill, patch, or ring.