Mirena And IUDs

The Mirena IUS The Mirena coil arrived on the scene with promises of preventing pregnancy through the active ingredient levonorgestrel. It is an intrauterine system; a coil that also releases the synthetic form of progesterone....

Mirena is a t-shaped hormone-releasing IUD contraceptive that can be easily inserted into the uterus, via the vagina and cervix, by a trained medial professional. The Mirena IUD provides 99% effective contraceptive protection when used correctly. It...

Mirena is a t-shaped plastic frame that's inserted into the uterus through the vagina. The frame contains doses of the progestin hormone that causes the endometrium (uterus lining) to thin and the cervical mucus...

IUD's are a very popular form of birth control. They are considered to be 99.2-99.9% effective in preventing pregnancy, but they do not prevent sexually transmitted diseases. The IUD is a small object that is...

So you’ve heard of an IUD (Intrauterine Device) and you know what it is for, but it is important to know the facts to help determine if it is the right birth control option...

The Mirena IUS The Mirena coil arrived on the scene with promises of preventing pregnancy through the active ingredient levonorgestrel. It is an intrauterine system; a coil that also releases the synthetic form of progesterone....

Mirena is a type of intrauterine device (IUD) that's inserted into the uterus by a health care professional to help reduce the chance of pregnancy. It contains low doses of progestin, a hormone similar...

In our section devoted to Mirena and other forms of IUDs and ICUDs, get the information you need to decide if this form of birth control is right for your lifestyle and your body. Mirena is a...