Mirena is an intrauterine system ius affecting the movement of sperm inside the womb, preventing fertilisation. Mirayna levonorgestrel intrauterine delivery system. Mirena is a tshaped intrauterine delivery system ius which after insertion releases the hormone levonorgestrel into the womb. Patient information prescription information prescriber information please see important safety information for kyleena, mirena or skyla on third page and accompanying full prescribing information for kyleena, mirena and skyla. Fdaapproved patient labeling patient information mirena. Due to regulatory changes, the content of the following patient information leaflet may. Nda 21225 mirena fda approved 08 june 2017 fdaapproved patient labeling patient information mirena muranah levonorgestrelreleasing intrauterine system mirena does not protect against hiv infection aids and other sexually transmitted infections stis. Bayer plc 400 south oak way, reading, rg2 6ad telephone. Pharmaceutical form mirena consists of a white or almost white drug core covered with an opaque membrane, which is mounted on the vertical stem of a tbody. Mirena is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy for up to 5 years. If pregnancy should occur with mirena in place, mirena should be removed. If you have any questions about mirena, have a conversation with your healthcare provider, who can help you decide which birth control option is best for you.
Mirena is a thin plastic tshaped device containing levonorgestrel which is a synthetic form of the female hormone known as progesterone. Please refer to the local patient information leaflet for the information applicable in. To access the professional site for information on the mirena intrauterine system please confirm that you are a healthcare professional. Patient information leaflets this leaflet gives you information about the hormone coil that your doctor has recommended. Mirena decreases abnormally heavy menstrual blood loss. If you have a pelvic infection, get infections easily, or have certain cancers, dont use mirena. The patient information leaflet included in the mirena package should be given to the patient prior to placement and they should be given the opportunity to read the information and. A guide for those considering birth control with mirena. The bleeding profile with mirena is quite different from that of copper intrauterine devices, which frequently increase bleeding, whereas mirena decreases it figure 3. The intrauterine device iud that releases levonorgestrel 20 mcgday mirena, referred to as lng20 has been studied in women following endometrial ablation. Approximately 3 out of 4 patients with health insurance have coverage for. Due to regulatory changes, the content of the following patient information leaflet may vary from the one found in your medicine pack.
Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Mirena prescribing information this provides medical and scientific information on mirena in general. Antibiotic preventive medication should be administered to these patients when inserting or removing mirena. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. Fdaapproved patient information bedford gynaecologist. What mirena is and what it is used for page number 2. If you have any further questions, please speak to a doctor or nurse caring for you. The patient information leaflet included in the mirena package should be given to the patient prior to placement and they should be given the opportunity to read the information and discuss fully any questions the patient may have concerning mirena as well as other methods of contraception and therapies for heavy menstrual bleeding. Kyleena is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy for each year of use 98. The intrauterine system ius is a very effective method of contraception. Registration conditions of mirena could differ in each country, please refer to your local prescribing information for more information. Read this patient information carefully before you decide if mirena is right for you. Please refer to the local patient information leaflet for the information.
For more information about accessing mirena, contact the womens healthcare whc support center. Mirena also treats heavy periods in women who choose intrauterine contraception. It provides you with some useful information about mirena. If pregnancy should occur with mirena in place, mirena. It does not take the place of talking to your doctor. Longacting reversible contraception the effective and appropriate use of longacting reversible contraception. Pre and postplacement counselling mirena healthcare. Before prescribing nexplanon, please read the accompanying prescribing information. Please refer to the local patient information leaflet for the information applicable in your country. Mirena is an intrauterine system ius containing 52 mg levonorgestrel. It is a small plastic device in the shape of a t with a hormone called levonorgestrel in its stem. Your doctor may have prescribed it for another reason.
The progestin iuds start working 7 days after they. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, please ask your doctor. Patient information prescription information prescriber information please see important safety information for kyleena, mirena or skyla on third page and accompanying full prescribing. In the event of an intrauterine pregnancy with mirena, consider the following.
Mirena has anyone else experienced a brown discharge. Millions of women across the world are using mirena, a longacting reversible contraceptive that is highly effective in preventing unwanted. Mirena patient information this provides medical and scientific information on mirena in general. Mirena is a hormonal intrauterine device iud that can provide longterm birth control contraception. Mirena is also used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding without a known reason in women who want to use a hormonal contraceptive method and have achieved menarche i. Available data is not conclusive for whether mirena increases your risk for breast cancer when using mirena during estrogen replacement therapy. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, please ask your doctor or nurse. Mirena may be used with caution in women who have congenital heart disease or valvular heart disease at risk of infective inflammation of the heart muscle. Fdaapproved patient information patient information mirena muranah levonorgestrelreleasing intrauterine system mirena does not protect against hiv infection aids and other sexually transmitted diseases stds. The information in this fact sheet has been provided for educational purposes only.
We acknowledge receipt of your amendment dated august 23, 20, june 25, 2014, july 6, july 23, october 9, and october 19. Once fitted, it works as a contraceptive for as long as you need it to, up to between three or five years, when it needs to be replaced. Skyla levonorgestrelreleasing intrauterine system is a hormonereleasing iud that prevents pregnancy for up to 3 years. If you have a pelvic infection, get infections easily, or have certain cancers, dont use skyla. Mirena levonorgestrelreleasing intrauterine system is a hormonereleasing iud that prevents pregnancy for up to 5 years. Gather information and consult with a physician about. Mirena is a small intrauterine contraceptive made of soft, flexible plastic that is put in place by your healthcare provider during an office visit mirena is one of the most effective forms of birth control available in the united statesover 99% effective1 mirena prevents pregnancy for as long as you want, for up to 5 years.
National collaborating centre for womens and childrens health. It explains the benefits, risks and alternatives, as well as what you can expect when you come to hospital. This leaflet aims to answer your questions about having the intra uterine system ius, known as mirena, inserted. Clinical trials of mirena excluded women with a history of ectopic pregnancy. Mirena is a small intrauterine contraceptive made of soft, flexible plastic that is put in place by your healthcare provider during an office visit mirena is one of the most effective forms of. Should breast cancer be diagnosed, your doctor may consider removal of mirena. Mirena levonorgestrelreleasing intrauterine system side.
What you need to know before you use mirena page number 3. The hormonereleasing iud mirena what is the hormonereleasing iud. How long will i be bleeding heavily after mirena coil. Pdf icon download leaflet view the patient leaflet in pdf format. In diabetic users of mirena, the blood glucose concentration should be monitored. The device is a tshaped plastic frame thats inserted into the uterus, where it. Fdaapproved patient labeling patient information mirena mur. The information in this booklet applies only to mirena.
Use condoms or another backup method of birth control for the first 7 days after the iud is inserted to prevent pregnancy. Mirena 20 micrograms24 hours intrauterine delivery system levonorgestrel read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine. Nexplanon does not protect against hiv or other stds. The patient information leaflet of the estrogen replacement therapy should also be consulted for additional information. It is placed inside the uterus womb to prevent pregnancy. The hormonereleasing iud mirena family planning nsw. What is the difference between kyleena, liletta, skyla and mirena. Commissioned by the national institute for health and clinic excellence, october 2005. We acknowledge receipt of your amendment dated august 23, 20, june 25, 2014, july 6, july 23, october 9, and october 19, 2015. Helping you choose the method of contraception thats best. Patient information for nexplanon etonogestrel implant 68 mg.
Please compare the leaflet preparedrevised date towards the end of the leaflet to establish if there have been any changes. Mirena levonorgestrelreleasing intrauterine system patients. On this page about mirena you will find information relating to side effects, age restrictions, food interactions, whether the medicine is available at a government subsidised price on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme pbs as well as other useful information. Mirena global website womens guide longacting contraceptive. Progesterone is a hormone found in other preparations, including the oral contraceptive pill. Some types of ius may also be used to treat heavy periods menorrhagia.
Bayer womens healthcare support specialty pharmacy. On this page about mirena you will find information relating to side effects, age restrictions, food interactions, whether the medicine is available at a government subsidised price on the. Larc is very effective because it doesnt depend on you remembering to take or use contraception. Brand names paragard mirena, skyla, liletta, and others when does the iud start working. If you have a pelvic infection, get infections easily, or have certain cancers, dont use mirena and kyleena. Mirena patient information leaflet pil by bayer plc. The progestin iuds start working 7 days after they are inserted. For additional information about mirena, including side effects, please see mirena safety considerations and the patient information.
Mirena levonorgestrelreleasing intrauterine system. The only hormonereleasing intrauterine device iud available in australia is called mirena. Mirena patient information including how should i take what should i discuss with my healthcare provider before taking levonorgestrel intrauterine system. Prior to insertion, give the patient the patient information booklet. You will only be prompted once per visit to the website. For additional important safety information about mirena please see page 16 of this. The ius is a method of longacting reversible contraception larc. Removal or manipulation of mirena may result in pregnancy loss. Please refer to the local summary of product characteristics for the information applicable in your country. This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain levonorgestrel. See 17 for patient counseling information and fdaapproved patient labeling revised. Less than 1% of users get a serious pelvic infection called pelvic inflammatory disease pid.
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