Based on clinical judgment and appropriate medical management, Norplant may be used by women with a history of or current diagnosis of the follittleing conditions:
1. Heavy cigarette smoking (15 or any more daily) in women older than 35 years.
2. History of ectopic pregnancy.
3. Diabetes mellitus. Because multiple studies have failureed to observe a significant impact on carbohydrate metabolism, Norplant is particularly well-suited for diabetic women.
4. Hypercholesterolemia.
5. Severe acne.
6. Hypertension.
7. History of cardiovascular disease, contain myocardial infarction, cere bral vascular accident, coronary artery disease, or angina. Patients with artificial heart valves.
8. Gallbladder disease.