Eloira

Eloira Hormonal Intrauterine system is a device, placed inside the uterus. It contains Levonorgestrel, a type of progesterone (a female sex hormone) which is released slowly once the device is inserted. It is used as a long-term (5 years) method of contraception (to prevent pregnancy). It may also be used to relieve heavy menstrual periods and as a part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

For the first time Eloira Hormonal Intrauterine system is usually inserted either during your periods or within seven days from the beginning of your period, if it is being recommended for contraception or for heavy menstrual bleeding. If you already have Eloira Hormonal Intrauterine system placed and it is time to replace with new one, then you do not have to wait for your periods. For HRT, it may be inserted anytime. It is inserted by the doctor or trained nurse at a health care facility.

It prevents pregnancy until it is removed or up to a maximum of 5 years.

No, Eloira Hormonal Intrauterine system is 99% effective which means that 1 out of 100 women using Eloira Hormonal Intrauterine system may get pregnant.

Yes, your fertility returns to normal immediately after you stop using Eloira Hormonal Intrauterine system.

The common side effects of using Eloira Hormonal Intrauterine system are vaginal bleeding, infrequent menstrual periods, abdominal cramping, headache, weight gain, nausea, and acne. Most of them are temporary, however, if these side effects persist consult with your doctor.