ProductMirena levonorgestrel IUD

Hormone therapy

Mirena levonorgestrel IUD

Q: Will my treatment be covered?

This depends on your health insurance provider. We recommend you check with your own insurance company. Supplements are not usually covered.

Q: What is a consultation and how does it work?

During the consultation, you will complete a comprehensive medical questionnaire. You can also state your preferred type of treatment. Based on your answers, a doctor will prepare a treatment plan for you within 48 hours. If you approve this plan, a pharmacy will dispatch the products to your home within 3 days.

Q: How long will it take to receive my order?

Our partner pharmacies will dispatch your order within 3 days. You can then typically start your treatment straight away.

Q: Are there delivery charges?

For prescription medicines, delivery is included in the price. For over-the-counter products, there is a delivery charge of £ 4.21. We offer free delivery on orders over £4 0. If your order includes both, delivery is free.

Q: Can I change, cancel or return my order?

Unfortunately, once an order has been placed, it cannot be changed . If you have ordered the wrong product, or wish to change or cancel your order, please contact our customer service team immediately. Over-the-counter products can only be cancelled if they have not yet been prepared or dispatched by the pharmacy. Prescription medicines can be cancelled if they have not yet been assessed by a doctor. Returns are only accepted for over-the-counter products in their original unopened and undamaged packaging, within 14 days of dispatch.

Intrauterine device (IUD)

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For heavy menstrual bleeding and as contraception
Can help alleviate menstrual pain
Hormonal IUD containing levonorgestrel (synthetic)
Protects the uterine lining from undesirable thickening when using oestrogen for menopausal symptoms
Prescription-only medicine

What is Mirena?

Mirena is a hormonal IUD that releases the hormone levonorgestrel directly into the uterus. It is designed for women who experience heavy menstrual bleeding, are seeking a dependable form of contraception, or require protection for their uterine lining while using oestrogen for menopausal symptoms.

The hormone is released locally, which thins the uterine lining. This can lead to lighter bleeding and reduced menstrual pain. Mirena must be fitted by a doctor or another qualified healthcare professional.

What can you expect from Mirena?

When should I use Mirena?

Mirena is fitted once by a doctor.
After insertion, the IUD remains effective for up to 8 years.
Irregular bleeding during the first few months is normal.

Mirena is used for:

Contraception
Treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding
Protection of the uterine lining when using oestrogen in menopausal therapy

The patient information leaflet contains all the details about this product. Ensure you read the leaflet before using the product.

For which symptoms is Mirena used?

It is used for:

Heavy menstrual bleeding
Menstrual pain
Contraception
Uterine lining protection during hormone therapy

It is not intended for:

Hot flushes
Night sweats
Mood swings

Do not use Mirena if you:

Are pregnant or suspect you may be pregnant
Have an infection in the pelvis, uterus, or cervix
Have or have had an oestrogen- or progestogen-sensitive tumour, such as breast cancer
Have unexplained vaginal bleeding
Have a severe liver condition
Have a uterine abnormality that prevents insertion
Have recently experienced an infection or inflammation following childbirth
Are allergic to levonorgestrel or any of the excipients

This is not an exhaustive list. The patient information leaflet contains all contraindications and warnings.

Consult your doctor if you are taking other medications.

Possible side effects of Mirena

Common (affecting more than 1 in 10 users):

Irregular bleeding or reduced or no menstruation
No menstruation at all

Occasional (affecting 1 in 100 to 1 in 10 users):

Headache
Abdominal pain
Mood changes
Tender or painful breasts
Acne

Rare (affecting fewer than 1 in 1,000 users):

IUD displacement or expulsion
Pelvic infection
Uterine wall perforation

Serious but rare side effects: In rare instances, these side effects may lead to severe symptoms, such as high fever, severe abdominal pain, or persistent bleeding. Always contact a doctor immediately in such cases.

For a complete list of side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet.

Scientific sources

levonorgestrel (IUD)

levonorgestrel IUD | Apotheek.nl

PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET

Efficacy of Micronized Progesterone for Sleep: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trial Data - PubMed

Effects of progestogens used in menopause hormone therapy on the normal breast and benign breast disease in postmenopausal women - PubMed

Menopausal hormone therapy and women's health: An umbrella review - PubMed

Different regimens of menopausal hormone therapy for improving sleep quality: a systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed

Review of menopausal hormone therapy with estradiol and progesterone versus other estrogens and progestins - PubMed

Management of Menopausal Symptoms: A Review - PubMed

Hormone therapy for sexual function in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women - PubMed

Progestogens for endometrial protection in combined menopausal hormone therapy: A systematic review - PubMed

Risks and benefits of hormone therapy after menopause for cognitive decline and dementia: A conceptual review - PubMed

Metabolism of progestogens used for contraception and menopausal hormone therapy - PubMed

Neuroendocrine mechanisms of mood disorders during menopause transition: A narrative review and future perspectives - PubMed

Progestogens in Menopausal Hormone Therapy: A Double-Edged Sword - PubMed

Mirena levonorgestrel IUD helps with

Urinary incontinence

Urinary tract infection

Vaginal yeast infections

Vaginal dryness

Hot flushes

Difficulty concentrating and brain fog

Frequently asked questions

Will my treatment be covered?

What is a consultation and how does it work?

How long will it take to receive my order?

Are there delivery charges?

Can I change, cancel or return my order?

Unfortunately, once an order has been placed, it cannot be changed. If you have ordered the wrong product, or wish to change or cancel your order, please contact our customer service team immediately. Over-the-counter products can only be cancelled if they have not yet been prepared or dispatched by the pharmacy. Prescription medicines can be cancelled if they have not yet been assessed by a doctor. Returns are only accepted for over-the-counter products in their original unopened and undamaged packaging, within 14 days of dispatch.

Mirena levonorgestrel IUD

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Dr. EAH Knauff

Patient Information Leaflet

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