Is copper safe?

The copper in Paragard is clinically proven safe and effective for pregnancy prevention and has been FDA- approved for over 30 years.

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Important Safety Information
  • Don’t use Paragard if you have a pelvic infection or certain cancers. Less than 1% of users get a serious infection called pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).
  • If you miss a period, have persistent abdominal pain or if Paragard comes out, tell your healthcare provider (HCP). If it comes out, use back-up birth control. Continue reading