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North East and North Cumbria
ICS Formulary

7 Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and urinary-tract disorders

07-03-02-03 Intra-uterine progestogen-only contraceptive

Prescribe levonorgestrel-releasing IUS by Brand - as per MHRA Drug Safety Update (Jan 2016)

Intra-uterine Progestogen Only System Mirena^®

Formulary

Levonorgestrel 52mg in a T-shaped intra-uterine system.
For idiopathic menorrhagia. Especially in women requiring (reversible) contraception. Also used for protection from endometrial hyperplasia during oestrogen replacement therapy. Lasts for up to 5 years - for use in accordance with agreed guidelines.

Intra-uterine Progestogen Only System Jaydess^®

Formulary

Levonorgestrel 13.5mg in a T-shaped intra-uterine system.
Low dose long acting reversible contraceptive. Lasts for up to 3 years - not recommended as first line for nulliparous women.

Intra-uterine Progestogen Only System Kyleena^®

Formulary

Levonorgestrel 19.5mg intra-uterine system.
Low dose long acting reversible contraceptive. Lasts for up to 5 years

Intra-uterine Progestogen Only System Levosert^®

Formulary

Levonorgestrel 52mg in a T-shaped intra-uterine system.
For idiopathic menorrhagia. Especially in women requiring (reversible) contraception. Also used for protection from endometrial hyperplasia during oestrogen replacement therapy. Lasts for up to 6 years - for use in accordance with agreed guidelines.

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