NORPLANT SYSTEM IN PLASTIC CONTAINER vs SKYLA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	NORPLANT SYSTEM IN PLASTIC CONTAINER	SKYLA
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	~$192.31 /30	~$192.31 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LEVONORGESTREL	LEVONORGESTREL
Manufacturer	Wyeth Pharms Inc	Bayer Hlthcare
Dosage forms	Implant	IUD
Drug class	Progestin	Progestin
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 36 hours (36 ± 13 hours at steady state)	about 36 hours (36 ± 13 hours at steady state)

norplant system in plastic container skyla

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

~$192.31 /30

Type

Active ingredient

LEVONORGESTREL

Manufacturer

Wyeth Pharms Inc

Bayer Hlthcare

Dosage forms

Implant

IUD

Drug class

Progestin

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 36 hours (36 ± 13 hours at steady state)

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Norplant System in Plastic Container or Skyla?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $192.31 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Norplant System in Plastic Container and Skyla?

Both Norplant System in Plastic Container and Skyla share the active ingredient Levonorgestrel.

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.