If you have a pelvic infection, get infections easily or have certain cancers, don't use Mirena. Less than 1% of users get a serious infection called pelvic inflammatory disease. If you have persistent pelvic or abdominal pain, see your healthcare provider. Mirena is recommended for women who have had
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What It Is
Mirena is…
- A type of intrauterine device, or IUD
- Small, T-shaped and made of soft, flexible plastic
- Inserted into your uterus by your healthcare provider
- Currently used by nearly 2 million women* in the US
Mirena does not protect against HIV or STDs (sexually transmitted diseases).
Mirena lasts for as long as you want, for up to 5 years. Take the time to get to know Mirena a little more.
*2010 data.
Let's talk Mirena
If you're looking to learn more about a convenient, reliable and effective birth control option, you've come to the right place.
Mirena is an IUD that releases small amounts of hormone to give you continuous birth control for as long as you want, for up to 5 years. It's more than 99% effective at preventing pregnancy, contains no estrogen, and can be removed by your healthcare provider at any time so you can try to have another child.
No birth control is right for everyone and there are risks associated with Mirena that you should know about. For detailed information about possible side effects, some potentially serious, please see Mirena Safety Considerations and the Patient Information.
Indications & Usage
Mirena (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system) is a hormone-releasing system placed in your uterus to prevent pregnancy for as long as you want for up to 5 years. Mirena also treats heavy periods in women who choose intrauterine contraception.
Important Safety Information About Mirena
Only you and your healthcare provider can decide if Mirena is right for you. Mirena is recommended for women who have had a child.
- Don't use Mirena if you have a pelvic infection, get infections easily or have certain cancers. Less than 1% of users get a serious infection called pelvic inflammatory disease. If you have persistent pelvic or abdominal pain, see your healthcare provider.
- Mirena may attach to or go through the wall of the uterus and cause other problems. If Mirena comes out, use back-up birth control and call your healthcare provider.
- Although uncommon, pregnancy while using Mirena can be life threatening and may result in loss of pregnancy or fertility.
- Ovarian cysts may occur but usually disappear.
- Bleeding and spotting may increase in the first few months and continue to be irregular. Over time, periods may become shorter, lighter or even stop.
Mirena does not protect against HIV or STDs.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.
Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
For important risk and use information about Mirena, please see the Full Prescribing Information.
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