Who should not use Norplant implants?
Norplant implants should not be used by women who have: active thromboembolic disorders, such as blood clots in the legs, lungs, or eyes; undiagnosed genital bleeding; acute liver disease; known or suspected carcinoma of the breast; and a history of idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). Also, women who are pregnant should not use Norplant implants. Women who have had previous blood clots or other thromboembolic disorders should consult with their healthcare providers on whether to use the method.
