name | Intrauterine Device (IUD) |
Classification | Contraceptive device |
Pharmacokinetics | Not applicable. IUDs do not enter the bloodstream. |
suggested dosage | N/A. Placement is a procedure, not a daily dose. |
indications | 1 | Contraception | 2 | Treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding (in some cases) | 3 | Prophylaxis of ectopic pregnancy (in some cases) |
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Safety in pregnancy | Contraindicated. If IUD is placed while pregnant, it should be removed. |
Safety in breastfeeding | Safe for use during breastfeeding. |
side effects | 1 | Irregular or heavier bleeding in the first few months | 2 | Cramps | 3 | Pelvic pain | 4 | Infection (rare) | 5 | Expulsion of the IUD (rare) | 6 | Perforation of the uterus (extremely rare) |
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contraindications | 1 | Known or suspected pregnancy | 2 | Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) | 3 | Uterine abnormalities (e.g., fibroids) | 4 | Active pelvic infections | 5 | Known allergy to the IUD material | 6 | History of ectopic pregnancy | 7 | Severe uterine tenderness or pain |
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interactions | No significant drug interactions. |
warnings and precautions | 1 | Careful medical history assessment is crucial before placement. | 2 | Follow-up visits are necessary to monitor for complications. | 3 | Patients should be educated about signs of infection. | 4 | The possibility of expulsion should be discussed. | 5 | IUDs are not 100% effective and do not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). |
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additional informations | 1 | Various types of IUDs exist with different mechanisms of action, including hormonal IUDs. | 2 | Insertion is a procedure performed by a healthcare provider. | 3 | Effectiveness is high but not absolute. |
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