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ParaGard® is a copperreleasing device that is placed in your uterus to
prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years.
ParaGard® is made of white plastic in the shape of a “T.” Copper is
wrapped around the stem and arms of the “T”. Two white threads
are attached to the stem of the “T”. The threads are the only part
of ParaGard® that you can feel when ParaGard® is in your uterus.
ParaGard® and its components do not contain latex.
ParaGard® does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted infections.
You must not use ParaGard® if you currently have acute Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) or engage in current behavior suggesting a high risk for PID. ParaGard® is also not an option for women who might be pregnant, have a uterus that is abnormally shaped inside, have had a post-pregnancy or post-abortion uterine infection in the past 3 months, have cancer of the uterus or cervix, have unexplained bleeding of the vagina, have an infection in the cervix, have an allergy to any component of ParaGard®, have Wilson's disease or already have an intrauterine contraceptive in the uterus.
The most common side effects of ParaGard® are heavier and longer periods for a few months after placement; some women have spotting between periods. For most women, this typically subsides after a few months. However, if your menstrual flow is severe or prolonged, call your healthcare professional. You should also call your healthcare professional without delay if you miss a period as you might be pregnant.
Some possible serious complications that have been associated with intrauterine contraceptives, including ParaGard®, are PID, perforation of the uterus, expulsion (where the contraceptive falls completely or partially out of the uterus), and difficult removals (where the contraceptive becomes stuck in the uterus and occasionally requires surgery to remove it).
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