Question 1

is maca root and evening primrose oil safe to take while having a copper iud? will it affect the effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

Maybe (not) . . .: Both maca root & evening primrose oil have been around for ages & used for various conditions. However, there hasn't been very many studies on safety & efficacy, certainly not on various combinations for interactions. Check out http://www.Drugs.Com/interactions-check.Php?Drug_list=2644-0, 1059-10639 for maca root vs epo. Check out http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/paragard/my00997 re copper iud.

Question 2

will taking evening primrose oil along with maca root affect the effectiveness of a paragard iud? is it safe to take together?

Accepted Answer

IUDs : Iud's are not medications. They are a product that works to prevent the implantation of a fertilized egg into the wall of the uterus.  Thus other supplements or medications will not interfere with this mechanical process.  So, yes, they are safe in regards to birth control to take together.

Question 3

i have a mirena (levonorgestrel) iud and want to take a herbal supplement called maca root to boost energy and help with some side effects of iud. is this a safe mix?

Accepted Answer

Should be: I am not familiar with this root but see no reason for it to conflict with mirena (levonorgestrel).

Question 4

will taking maca root affect the paragard iud?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: The copper IUD works locally in the uterus so there should be no interactions with this root you are eating, but I'm not familiar with it.

Question 5

i have the mirena (levonorgestrel) but would the maca root would give me any type of effects with the iud?

Accepted Answer

No: The iud is designed to work on the uterus, and the hormones in the Mirena (levonorgestrel) aren't absorbed. While I do not think that the maca root will have any effect on your iud, you should disucss this with your doctor to make sure it doesn't interfere with any other medications or medical problems you may have.

Question 6

i have the kyleena hormonal iud and i want to start taking maca root capsules for some of its benefits but apparently it increases fertility too, will that affect me at all?

Accepted Answer

: We do not have enough info in supplements for a correct advice. However, without evidence-based fact, I doubt maca root can negate the effect of kyleena IUD. Good luck.

Question 7

do i have a higher chance of getting pregnant while taking maca root powder? i have had the paragard iud in for three and a half years now.

Accepted Answer

No relation: Maca will not change the ability of the Paragard IUD to prevent pregnancy.  They are completely unrelated.  Please be sure not to exceed the recommended dose of the Maca supplement.

Question 8

hi i am currently on family planning, copper iud to be specific. i recently started using maca root pills for weight gain purposes. i understand it also helps to increase chances of getting pregnant. can maca interfere with my iud effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

: No, Good Luck

Question 9

do iuds cause spontaneous abortions?

Accepted Answer

Possible: If you're pregnant with an iud in place it's recommended to remove it asap due to risks of miscarriage or septic abortion. Having an iud removed and then conceiving does not increase the miscarriage rate. I hope that helps.

Question 10

what is the difference between the two types of iuds?

Accepted Answer

Hormone vs no hormon: Hormone-iud such as Mirena (levonorgestrel) is designed to slowly/steadily release a tiny amount of hormone during the intended period--about 3 yrs. Non-hormone iud: paragard is made of copper and works by creating a sterile inflammation thus preventing implantation. This iud can be used for up to 10 yrs. If you are considering such, consult doc. Good luck.

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I have a mirena (levonorgestrel) iud and want to take a herbal supplement called maca root to boost energy and help with some side effects of iud. is this a safe mix?

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Will taking maca root affect the paragard iud?

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I have the mirena (levonorgestrel) but would the maca root would give me any type of effects with the iud?

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I have the kyleena hormonal iud and i want to start taking maca root capsules for some of its benefits but apparently it increases fertility too, will that affect me at all?

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Do i have a higher chance of getting pregnant while taking maca root powder? i have had the paragard iud in for three and a half years now.

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Hi i am currently on family planning, copper iud to be specific. i recently started using maca root pills for weight gain purposes. i understand it also helps to increase chances of getting pregnant. can maca interfere with my iud effectiveness?

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Do iuds cause spontaneous abortions?

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