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Miudella vs. Paragard

Miudella (copper IUD) is a new, hormone-free copper intrauterine device (IUD) FDA approved to prevent pregnancy for up to 3 years. It's a small, flexible device that a healthcare professional inserts into your uterus (womb). Since Miudella (copper IUD) contains less than half the copper of other copper IUDs, it's an option for those looking for a lower copper dose. Common side effects include heavy period bleeding, period cramps, and pelvic discomfort and pain.

• To prevent pregnancy

• Heavy period bleeding
• Period cramps
• Bleeding between periods
• Pelvic discomfort or pain
• Pain during the procedure
• Vaginal bleeding after the procedure
• Pain during sex

Note: These side effects were reported in 5% or more of people during clinical studies.

• Complications from improper insertion
• Risks with becoming pregnant with Miudella (copper IUD) in place
• Sepsis (complication from an infection)
• Pelvic infections
• Tear in the uterus
• Miudella (copper IUD) falling out
• Worsening of Wilson's disease
• Changes in bleeding pattern
• Tissue damage from certain medical procedures or scans

Paragard (copper IUD) is a hormone-free intrauterine device (IUD) that's used to prevent pregnancy. It's a small, T-shaped device that's inserted into the uterus (womb) by a healthcare provider. Paragard (copper IUD) is convenient to use because you can leave it in place for up to 10 years. It's also one of the most effective forms of birth control available. Some common side effects of Paragard (copper IUD) include heavier or longer menstrual periods and bleeding and spotting in between each period.

• To prevent pregnancy

• Pain and cramping, including menstrual cramps (up to 12%)
• IUD falling out of place (up to 6%)
• Longer menstrual periods
• Spotting between menstrual periods

Please note: Your risk for certain side effects are higher in the first few years after Paragard (copper IUD) placement and lowers over time.

• Changes in bleeding pattern
• Risks with becoming pregnant with Paragard (copper IUD) in place
• Sepsis (complication from an infection)
• Pelvic inflammatory disease and inflammation in the uterus
• Difficult removal of Paragard (copper IUD)
• Tear in the uterus
• Paragard (copper IUD) falling out
• Tissue damage from certain medical procedures or scans