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Kyleena Intrauterine Device(Levonorgestrel)
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Product Details
Description
Kyleena is a progestin-containing intrauterine device (IUD) used to prevent pregnancy for up to 5 years. Kyleena is a small, flexible intrauterine device (IUD) designed for long-term birth control (contraception). It is a T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus by a healthcare professional. Kyleena releases a low dose of the hormone levonorgestrel locally into the uterus.
Fact Table
Formula
C21H28O2
License
US DailyMed
Bioavailability
85–100%
Legal status
OTC/Rx
Chemical Name
Levonorgestrel
Elimination half-life
24–32 hours
Dosage (Strength)
19.5mg
Pregnancy
Consult Doctor
Brands
Kyleena Intrauterine Device(Levonorgestrel)
Protein binding
98%
PubChem CID
13109
MedlinePlus
a610021
ChEBI
6443
ATC code
G03AC03
DrugBank
DB00367
KEGG
D00950
Routes of administration
Device
Directions
A trained healthcare provider will perform Kyleena IUD insertion. Tell your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.
Ingredients
Levonorgestrel is the active ingredient in Kyleena. Silicone, polyethylene, silver, silica, barium sulfate, polypropylene, and copper phthalocyanine are the inactive ingredients included.
The components of Kyleena are not manufactured with natural rubber latex.
Contraindications
Patients should not use Kyleena if they:
- Are pregnant or think they are pregnant
- Need emergency contraception
- Have congenital or acquired uterine problems that change the uterine cavity
- Have or have had acute pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) unless there has been a subsequent intrauterine pregnancy
- Have postpartum endometritis or infected abortion within the last 3 months
- Have or think they have uterine or cervical cancer
- Have or think they have breast cancer or other cancer that is sensitive to progestin
- Have uterine bleeding without an explained cause
- Have untreated acute cervicitis, vaginitis, or lower genital tract infections
- Have acute liver disease or benign or malignant liver tumor
- Have an increased susceptibility to pelvic infection
- Have an intrauterine device that has not been taken out
- Are allergic to any component of Kyleena
Cautions
- Before you start using Kyleena, tell your doctor:
- About all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
- About your allergies
- About your current health conditions and past medical history
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
- If you become pregnant, Kyleena should be removed.
- Infections can occur after insertion of Kyleena.
- Your risk of PID should be considered before Kyleena is inserted.
- Uterine perforation can occur which can interfere with how Kyleena works. It may also require surgery.
- Kyleena may be partially or completely dislodged and may go unnoticed, which can prevent it from working properly.
- Any enlarged ovarian follicles or cysts should be evaluated.
- Changes in menstruation can occur.
- Kyleena can be safely scanned with MRI if certain conditions are met. Tell your doctor that you have Kyleena IUD before undergoing any procedures or diagnostic tests.
Side Effects
Inflammation of the vulva and vagina, ovarian cysts, abdominal pain, pelvic pain, headaches, migraines, acne, menstrual changes, uterine spasms, breast pain or discomfort, and increased bleeding are possible Kyleena IUD side effects. However, these are not the only side effects that can occur. Call your doctor right away if you have side effects that bother you or won’t go away.
Reference:
Kyleena. Whippany, NJ: Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2023.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 13851
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