IMPLANON vs NEXPLANON

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	IMPLANON	NEXPLANON
Rating	70/100	70/100
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ETONOGESTREL	ETONOGESTREL
Manufacturer	Organon	Organon
Dosage forms	Implant	Implant
Drug class	—	—
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning

implanon nexplanon

Rating

70/100

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

ETONOGESTREL

Manufacturer

Organon

Dosage forms

Implant

Drug class

—

Boxed warning

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Implanon or Nexplanon?

Implanon and Nexplanon are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

What is the difference between Implanon and Nexplanon?

Both Implanon and Nexplanon share the active ingredient Etonogestrel.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.