How does the Paragard IUD work?



Paragard works by preventing the sperm from reaching and fertilizing the egg and may also prevent implantation.

Because Paragard is 100% hormone free, it won’t prevent your natural menstrual cycle or stop you from ovulating each month.

At first, periods may become heavier and longer with spotting in between.

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  • Don’t use Paragard if you are or may be pregnant, have fibroids, a pelvic infection including pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), get infections easily, certain cancers, unexplained bleeding, Wilson’s disease, or a copper allergy. IUDs, including Paragard, have been associated with an increased risk of PID. Continue reading
  • Pregnancy with Paragard is rare but can be life threatening and cause infertility or loss of pregnancy. Continue reading