Page 73 - ...........

D. Implant

The implant is a hormonal method
of contraception. In this method,
human-friendly rubber that looks
like two sewing needles is inserted
into the skin of the woman's arm by
a trained health worker. It should be
kept within the first seven days of menstruation. It acts as a contra-
ceptive for five years. If a woman with an implant wants to become
pregnant, it can be removed at any thne with the help of a trained
health worker.

E. Copper T/IUCD

Copper T is a T-shaped contraceptive device made of
plastic. It is wrapped with fine copper wire. It is placed
inside the woman's uterus by a trained health worker.
It prevents pregnancy for 12 years. It deactivates the
sperms that come with the man's se1nen during inter-
course and preventconception. A woman who wants to
prevent pregnancy should have copper T placed inside
her uterus within 12 days of her period.

F. Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP)

If you have sex without any other
means or method of contraception, or
if a condom breaks or if you have un-
safe sexual intercourse, you can pre-
vent pregnancy by using emergency
contraceptive pills. This pill should
be taken within 120 hours of inter-
course. The sooner you take the ECP,
the better it will work. It should not
be used as a means of regular family
planning.

llanllh, Pbysit:nl and Crnnliva arl.<i, grndu 8 69