Levodiva
Levodiva Products are primarily used for
About Levodiva Products
Uses of Levodiva Products
Levonorgestrel (intrauterine delivery system) is used for contraception and heavy menstrual bleeding. It is also used as a part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It remains effective until it is removed or up to a maximum of 5 years.
Levodiva Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Levodiva are Irregular uterine bleeding, Dizziness, Pain, Pelvic pain, Ovarian cysts.
How Levodiva Products work
Levonorgestrel (intrauterine delivery system) is placed inside the womb (uterus) where it slowly releases the hormone levonorgestrel. This hormone may work in several ways. It may thicken cervical mucus, which affects sperm movement in the uterus. It also makes the lining of the uterus thinner. It may also stop the release of egg from the ovaries. These actions may held responsible for its various therapeutic effects.
Patient Concerns about Levodiva Products
Frequently asked questions about Levodiva Products
Frequently asked questions about Levonorgestrel (intrauterine delivery system)
Q. What is Levodiva Device and what it is used for?
Levodiva Device 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).
Q. When and how to use Levodiva Device?
For the first time Levodiva Device 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 Levodiva Device 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.
Q. For how long, Levodiva Device provides contraception?
It prevents pregnancy until it is removed or up to a maximum of 5 years.
Q. Does Levodiva Device provide 100% protection from pregnancy?
No, Levodiva Device is 99% effective which means that 1 out of 100 women using Levodiva Device may get pregnant.
Q. Can I become pregnant after I stop using Levodiva Device?
Yes, your fertility returns to normal immediately after you stop using Levodiva Device.
Q. What are the common side effects of using Levodiva Device?
The common side effects of using Levodiva Device 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.
Products for Levodiva
Levodiva Device
packet of 1 Unit
MRP
₹3509
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