Background: Long-acting reversible contraceptives, such as subdermal implants and injectable contraceptives, offer practical solutions for pregnancy prevention with minimal user intervention. Despite their advantages, recent studies indicate low uptake and awareness of these methods among women in various regions. This study aimed to evaluate the awareness and attitude of women of childbearing age in Taif, Saudi Arabia, toward Implanon and Depo-Provera.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among women from Taif, Saudi Arabia, utilizing non-prob ability convenience sampling methods. Data were collected via online questionnaires, and the analysis was performed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, version 26.
Results: A total of 423 women were included in the study. Only (18%) of the women surveyed have used sub dermal implants, while (16.3%) reported using injectable contraceptives. Concerns about complications were expressed by (34.5%) of women regarding subdermal implants, while (39.2%) expressed concerns about the potential complications of injectable contraceptives. Pregnancy spacing had a significant value in women who chose injectable contraceptives (p < 0.05), mothers who chose 3 or more years intervals (84.9%) did not use Depo-Provera compared to (15.1%) who did use it to plane their families.
Conclusion: Subdermal implants and injectable contraceptives are underutilized due to concerns about com plications and insufficient information despite high awareness. Family and friends are the primary information sources. Education significantly influences contraceptive choices. Improving access to accurate information and addressing concerns can enhance adoption and improve reproductive health outcomes.
Key words: Long-acting reversible contraceptives, subdermal implants, injectable contraceptives, women, Saudi Arabia
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