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Mirena is a reliable, reversible birth control system. It's a T-shaped intrauterine (IUS) which, after insertion, releases the hormone levonorgestrel into the womb. Besides protecting you from pregnancy, Mirena makes your periods lighter and shorter.
It's as effective as copper intrauterine devices (IUD's) or oral contraceptives like the pill. In the treatment of excessive menstrual bleeding, it causes reduction within three months after insertion and some users don't menstruate at all.
Mirena offers protection against pregnancy for five years, after which the IUS has to be removed. Mirena can be removed at any time by your GP at Dee Street Medical Centre; after five years, when you want to get pregnant or when you are not sure about it after insertion. Removal is usually quick and painless.
It is rare but possible for Mirena to come out during your menstrual period without noticing. In this case, you are not protected from pregnancy. It's very easy to check yourself if the threads are still in place. If you cannot feel the threads, please contact your doctor. There are some cases in which Mirena should not be used. Your doctor will discuss this and all other options with you, which enables you to make a decision on contraception that is right for you.
For more information, please visit the Mirena website.
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