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The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
Mirena
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Product Details
Description
Mirena is a sterile, progesterone-releasing intrauterine device (IUD). It can be prescribed and inserted by your healthcare provider for the following reasons:
- Contraception
- Treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding
IUDs are inserted through the vaginal canal into the uterus. They are designed to release levonorgestrel 20 mcg per day over five years. Mirena should be replaced by a healthcare provider every five years. Fifty percent of the original amount of drug remains after five years.Directions
Mirena should only be inserted by a licensed and trained healthcare professional. Before purchase, confirm that your healthcare provider agrees.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Mirena 52 mg is levonorgestrel, which is released at a rate of 20 mcg per day.
Interactions
IUDs are less likely to cause drug-drug interactions because the drug is released directly into the uterus, and only a small amount reached the blood.
However, tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the medications you are taking before starting Mirena. Drug-drug interactions may include:
- Apalutamide
- Bexarotene
- Bosentan
- Carbamazepine
- Cenobamate
- Dabrafenib
- Dexamethasone
- Efavirenz
- Elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone therapy pack
- Enzalutamide
- Eslicarbazepine
- Etravirine
- Fosphenytoin
- Lorlatinib
- Lumacaftor
- Lumacaftor-ivacaftor
- Mitotane
- Modafinil
- Nafcillin
- Pexidartinib
- Phenobarbital
- Phenytoin
- Primidone
- Rifabutin
- Rifampin (rifampicin)
- Rifapentine
- St. John's wort
Cautions
If you become pregnant while Mirena is inserted, it should be removed by your healthcare provider.
Use caution if you are taking anticoagulants while using Mirena.
Use caution if you have a history of migraines.
Use with caution if you have a history of cardiac problems like high blood pressure, arterial disease, or myocardial infarction.
Side Effects
Common side effects may include:
- Abdominal pain
- Amenorrhea
- Intermenstrual bleeding and spotting
- Ovarian cysts
- Pelvic pain
- Uterine bleeding
- Vaginal bleeding
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 : 9580
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