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What are differences between copper IUD & Mirena?

ParaGard is a hormone-free intrauterine device (IUD) made with copper that prevents pregnancy for up to 10 years. Mirena is an IUD made of plastic that contains a reservoir of the hormone levonorgestrel and can prevent pregnancy for up to 5 years.

Does the copper Mirena make you gain weight?

IUD weight gain Copper, non-hormonal IUDs do not cause any weight gain, whereas about 5\% of patients using hormonal IUDs report weight gain. Since Mirena is a hormonal IUD, Mirena weight gain is possible, if unlikely.

Does ParaGard IUD cause weight gain?

Nope! The copper IUD (Paragard) doesn’t cause weight gain. Because the copper IUD is hormone-free, it doesn’t have many side effects at all.

Which one is better ParaGard or Mirena?

A difference is Mirena is effective for up to 5 years, while ParaGard is effective for up to 10 years. Another difference is Mirena uses a form of the female hormone progesterone, while ParaGard is hormone free. Mirena is also used for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding in women.

Why does copper IUD cause heavier periods?

Heavier menstrual flow with copper IUDs might be caused by vascular changes, which regulate blood flow to the uterus (7,9). In studies, these blood flow changes were found to be greater in people using a copper IUD with heavy menstrual periods compared with copper-IUD users with normal menstrual bleeding (7-9).

Why is Mirena recommended for mothers?

Mirena is a hormone-releasing system placed in your uterus by your healthcare provider to prevent pregnancy for up to 5 years. Mirena can also lessen menstrual blood loss in women who have heavy menstrual flow and who also want to use a birth control method that is placed in the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

What are the copper IUD Side Effects?

What copper IUD side effects should I expect?

• spotting between periods.
• irregular periods.
• heavier or longer periods.
• more or worse cramping during your periods.
• pain when your IUD is put in, and cramping or back aches for a few days after.