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Injectable Contraceptives

Injectables: Conclusion

Provider injecting arm of client
  • Safe, effective,
    easy to use

  • Nonclinical provision possible

  • Appropriate
    counseling essential

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In conclusion, injectables have characteristics that make them a desirable method for many women:

  • They are safe.

  • They are as effective as sterilization.

  • They are easy to use correctly.

  • They can be delivered in nonclinical settings.

Appropriate counseling plays a key role in the provision of injectable contraceptives. It is relatively simple to train providers to administer injectables correctly. However, providers also need to be trained to counsel clients about the characteristics of each type of injectable contraceptive, with special attention paid to side effects.

Family planning programs that offer injectable contraceptives benefit their clients by increasing their options for contraception.

 

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