GENERIC NAME: PROGESTERONE - INTRAUTERINE (pro-JESS-ter-own)
BRAND NAME(S): Progestasert
Medication Uses | Other Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is used for birth control in certain women.
OTHER USES: This drug may also be used for certain menstrual problems.
HOW TO USE: This device is inserted by your doctor into the womb (uterus). It is effective for one year, then is removed and replaced if birth control is continued. Follow all MD instructions carefully, and read the manufacturer patient information carefully.
SIDE EFFECTS: Abnormal vaginal bleeding and cramps may occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly: increased menstrual flow, bleeding between periods, painful intercourse, abnormal or strong- smelling vaginal discharge, flu-like symptoms, genital sores, missed period, backache. Very unlikely but report promptly: fever, stomach/abdominal pain, vaginal pain or discomfort, bloody or black stool, fainting, slow heartbeat. Some side effects, though unlikely, can lead to very serious problems. Consult your doctor for details on the risks. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using this drug, tell your doctor your entire medical history, including: allergies (especially drug allergies), previous ectopic (tubal) pregnancy, female genital or pelvic infections/surgeries/other problems, heart disease, very large amount of menstrual flow, sexual history (you and partner), blood disorders, diabetes, IV drug abuse, being prone to infection (due to cancer, HIV, or the use of immune suppressing drugs such as corticosteroids). Do not pull on the threads attached to the device. This product should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Progesterone is excreted into breast milk. Breast-feeding while using this product is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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- IUD (Intrauterine Device) - Learn about the IUD (intrauterine device), a birth control method to prevent pregnancy. Side effects of an IUD include cramps, infection, spotting, heavy periods, infertility, and pelvic inflammatory disease.
- Birth Control - There are a number of different methods of birth control to include: barrier methods, IUDs, hormonal methods, natural methods, and surgical sterilization. No birth control method, except abstinence, is considered to be 100% effective.
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