Question 1

what's the liletta iud and what makes it different from the mirena, (levonorgestrel) paragard, and skyla?

Accepted Answer

Similar to Mirena (levonorgestrel): The Liletta IUD contains the same type &amp; amount of hormone (Levonorgestrel) as the MIirena IUD. It will likely work the same, though it is currently only FDA-approved for 3yrs (vs 5yrs for Mirena), and does not have the treatment indication for heavy menstrual bleeding.   ParagardLiletta is less expensive than other IUDs, especially in federally funded clinics.

Question 2

i believe there are only 5 contraceptive iuds approved in the us, paragard, mirena, kyleena, liletta, and skyla. is avibela one of them? if anyone knows anything about this particular contraceptive?

Accepted Answer

: Paragard is a Copper IUD (no hormone), all the others including Avibela are progestin IUD (Levonorgestrel is a progestin hormone that is released by the IUD for the contraceptive effects). The doses of progestin will vary between these brands (and the same the duration for use)  Mirena and Liletta 52mg, Skyla and Kyleena 19.5mg. Abivela is not available in US, it is equivalent to Liletta.

Question 3

which is a better iud - paragard or mirena (levonorgestrel)?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Paraguard is hormone free.  Mirena (levonorgestrel) has a progersterone embedded on the iud.  Depending on your specific reason for the iud, your physicain will help you determine which is best for you.

Question 4

got paragard iud monday (had mirena in past). should i still be bleeding (wednesday)? should i go back to pcp?

Accepted Answer

Probably normal: Placement of an IUD sometimes involves dilating the cervix which can result in some bleeding. The IUD is placed through the cervix into the uterine cavity so even if dilation is not necessary, bleeding may still occur. The Paragard IUD lasts up to 12 years and contains copper and plastic. Bleeding for a few days after IUD placement can be normal unless it is heavy and painful. Then see PCP.

Question 5

why isn't mirena (levonorgestrel) approved for used as emergency contraception?  i know paragard is an excellent form of ec, but why not mirena (levonorgestrel)?

Accepted Answer

How many women: would want to rush in to have an IUD inserted after an episode of failed birth control?

Question 6

hey there! what is a good herb/s to regulate hormones and induce period? i have just switched to paraguard iud, after being on depo and mirena for 10.

Accepted Answer

Chaste Tree, ec: Chaste Tree is used to regulate periods.  Calendula, WHite Paenia, and Ladies Mantle are used to modulate heavy and painful periods.  Pasque Flower and Shatavari are used to dampen spasmodic and inflammatory pain.

Question 7

i am switching from the depo shot to either mirena (levonorgestrel) or paraguard because the libido effect is ruining my relationship. which one would be best?

Accepted Answer

Both should be fine: Either one of these should be fine. The paragard is a copper coil so contains no progestin type hormones. The mirena (levonorgestrel) does contain a progestin type hormone similar to provera but at a much lower dose. If you want to get away from progestins completely to be safe then go with the paragard.

Question 8

does a mirena break or stretch a hymen?

Accepted Answer

Yes: To insert an IUD such as Mirena, a speculum is inserted in the vagina so the cervix can be visualized, and this stretches the hymen.  Women who have used tampons have usually stretched the hymen and do not find the speculum to be painful when inserted.

Question 9

how effective is mirena (levonorgestrel)?

Accepted Answer

Very effective: Mirena (levonorgestrel) is one of the most effective non-permanent methods of birth control. It is better than 99% effective.

Question 10

must a mirena be removed by a gynaecologist?

Accepted Answer

Doubt it: Many GPs will have both the training &amp; experience to remove an IUD. A call to the office nurse may clarify if such procedures are part of the care offered. Some may defer this when it is not a practice common in the region.

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What's the liletta iud and what makes it different from the mirena, (levonorgestrel) paragard, and skyla?

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I believe there are only 5 contraceptive iuds approved in the us, paragard, mirena, kyleena, liletta, and skyla. is avibela one of them? if anyone knows anything about this particular contraceptive?

A member asked:

Which is a better iud - paragard or mirena (levonorgestrel)?

A member asked:

Got paragard iud monday (had mirena in past). should i still be bleeding (wednesday)? should i go back to pcp?

A member asked:

Why isn't mirena (levonorgestrel) approved for used as emergency contraception? i know paragard is an excellent form of ec, but why not mirena (levonorgestrel)?

A member asked:

Hey there! what is a good herb/s to regulate hormones and induce period? i have just switched to paraguard iud, after being on depo and mirena for 10.

A member asked:

I am switching from the depo shot to either mirena (levonorgestrel) or paraguard because the libido effect is ruining my relationship. which one would be best?

A member asked:

Does a mirena break or stretch a hymen?

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How effective is mirena (levonorgestrel)?

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Must a mirena be removed by a gynaecologist?

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