IUDs (Intrauterine Devices)

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A few tips:

  • IUDs are not effective if you are already pregnant and do not cause an abortion.
  • Kyleena® IUD is not effective as emergency contraception– only Mirena®, Liletta®, and Paragard® IUDs are.
  • Having an IUD placed will not affect your future fertility.
  • Every kind of emergency contraception can cause your next period to be different from how it usually is (different people might have a period that comes sooner or later, or is heavier or lighter, or have spotting).
  • If you don’t get your period within a month, take a pregnancy test.

This website is not intended as medical advice or as legal advice. Please discuss with your doctor or healthcare provider.