Return to flip book view

Effectiveness 99%

How to use • Must be placed in uterus by a health care provider
• Must be removed by a health care provider

Pros May be left in place for up to 12 years  Can be removed at any time by a provider Nothing to remember daily No synthetic hormones

 

Cons Does not protect against HIV or other STIs  May cause more cramps and heavy periods                                       Can cause spotting in between periods