Medically reviewed by Renita White, MD An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped device that’s placed inside the ...

Copper IUD side effects Copper IUDs do not contain any hormones and instead use copper to redirect the sperm away from the egg. They can last for 10 or 12 years. Paragard is the only type of ...

Paragard is the only non-hormonal IUD option ... especially in the first three to six months You should not use a copper IUD if you are allergic to copper or have Wilson's disease, which causes ...

Copper continuously released into the uterine cavity contributes to the contraceptive effectiveness of Paragard ... Retained IUD. Pregnancy or suspicion of pregnancy. Vaginal bleeding.

An IUD is a small, T-shaped device that’s ... Mirena, Skyla, Liletta, and Kyleena release hormones to prevent pregnancy. Paragard contains copper and doesn’t release hormones.

Currently, 2 IUDs are available in the US: the copper T 380A(ParaGard, produced by Ortho Pharmaceutical Corporation) and the progesterone T (Progestasert, from ALZA Pharmaceuticals). Both provide ...