Hormonal IUD

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Hormonal IUD

A hormonal IUD releases small amounts of a progestin hormone called levonorgestrel into the uterus. This thickens the cervical mucus to prevent sperm from entering the uterus. Furthermore it thins the lining of the uterus preventing implantation and inhibits sperm from reaching and/or fertilizing an egg.

The Mirena IUD is very effective and can be used for a period of up to six years. Of course you can also use it for a shorter period for example between two pregnancies. The Mirena IUD will cost around €160.

Kyleena is a newer version of the Mirena IUD. It works in the same way and has the same effectiveness of preventing pregnancy but has a lower hormone level (Levonorgestrel). It will cost €140 and has become the number one choice of hormonal IUD unless you suffer from severe blood loss during your period. In that case the Mirena will be more effective.

Once you have chosen with kind of IUD you would like, we will order it for you from the online pharmacy. You will receive a digital invoice by email. If you pay this invoice, the IUD will be sent to Echo Amsterdam and will be ready for you when you come to us for insertion. Do not forget to pay at least one week before your appointment, otherwise the IUD will not be delivered on time.

If you do not have extra coverage with your health insurance you will have to pay for an IUD yourself. You can check with your insurance if, and under what conditions, an IUD is covered.