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Does the mirena (levonorgestrel) still work after 5 years?

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Unknown: The levonorgesterl is reduced by 50%/day at 5 years. The manufacturer reccomends replacement at 5 years. Actually it is not known for sure why it even works.

Answered 8/7/2018

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A member asked:

Does the mirena (levonorgestrel) still work after 5 years?

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