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You and your healthcare professional have determined that Mirena® intrauterine contraceptive is a good choice for you. While side effects are uncommon, they may include missed menstrual periods and irregular bleeding (or spotting) for the first 3 to 6 months. And most women will experience lighter, shorter periods.
The Mirena® Diary helps you record your bleeding patterns for the first six months after you start using Mirena®. This helps you and your healthcare professional see how your body is adjusting to Mirena®, so don't forget to have the Mirena® with you when you call or visit your healthcare professional.
"At this point in my life, Mirena® is the best form of birth control for me. My husband and I may want to have another child, and Mirena® gives us the flexibility to decide when to try."
—Britt
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT MIRENA®:
Only you and your healthcare professional can decide if Mirena is right for you. Mirena does not protect against HIV or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Candidates for Mirena have had a child. Mirena is not appropriate for women who are or may be pregnant; or who may have a distorted uterine cavity; acute genital infections including pelvic inflammatory disease; cancer of the cervix, uterus, or breasts; unexplained vaginal bleeding; or acute liver disease or tumors (benign or malignant). In rare cases, perforation or embedment may occur. Mirena may become completely or partially dislodged. In the rare event you think you're pregnant, contact your healthcare professional without delay to be evaluated for ectopic pregnancy. Ovarian cysts may occur and typically disappear. Persistent cysts should be evaluated. Missing periods or irregular bleeding is common in the first few months, followed by shorter, lighter periods.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.
Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
