Intrauterine Device Iud

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drug details
nameIntrauterine Device (IUD)
ClassificationContraceptive device
PharmacokineticsNot applicable. IUDs do not enter the bloodstream.
suggested dosageN/A. Placement is a procedure, not a daily dose.
indications
1Contraception
2Treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding (in some cases)
3Prophylaxis of ectopic pregnancy (in some cases)
Safety in pregnancyContraindicated. If IUD is placed while pregnant, it should be removed.
Safety in breastfeedingSafe for use during breastfeeding.
side effects
1Irregular or heavier bleeding in the first few months
2Cramps
3Pelvic pain
4Infection (rare)
5Expulsion of the IUD (rare)
6Perforation of the uterus (extremely rare)
alternatives
1Oral contraceptives
2Injectable contraceptives
3Condoms
4Diaphragms
5Spermicides
contraindications
1Known or suspected pregnancy
2Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
3Uterine abnormalities (e.g., fibroids)
4Active pelvic infections
5Known allergy to the IUD material
6History of ectopic pregnancy
7Severe uterine tenderness or pain
interactionsNo significant drug interactions.
warnings and precautions
1Careful medical history assessment is crucial before placement.
2Follow-up visits are necessary to monitor for complications.
3Patients should be educated about signs of infection.
4The possibility of expulsion should be discussed.
5IUDs are not 100% effective and do not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
additional informations
1Various types of IUDs exist with different mechanisms of action, including hormonal IUDs.
2Insertion is a procedure performed by a healthcare provider.
3Effectiveness is high but not absolute.

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