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A member asked:

How long before my mirena (levonorgestrel) ware off. i have been on the same one for 10 years now going on 11....never once got it changed. i get it checked yearly tho?

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5 years: mirena (levonorgestrel) IUD's are approved for 5 years of use. You should she your doc for an exam and discussion regarding a replacement.

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Answered 9/16/2017

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