Paragard® is the only copper IUD (intrauterine device) that’s been FDA approved® for over 30 years and is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. It works differently using one simple active ingredient—copper.
Once in place, it provides continuous pregnancy prevention for as little or as long as you want—up to 10 years.
Paragard works by preventing the sperm from reaching and fertilizing the egg.
Paragard lasts up to 10 years but can be removed by your healhcare provider anytime sooner if you decide you want to get pregnant. After removal, the effects of Paragard are immediately reversible.
If you prefer to live a hormone-free lifestyle, there are many different reasons why women choose the Paragard® copper IUD.
Paragard is a different kind of birth control that works to prevent pregnancy without any hormones.
Paragard is a different kind of birth control that works to prevent pregnancy without any hormones.
Paragard works using just 1 simple active ingredient—copper. Paragard works by preventing the sperm from reaching and fertilizing the egg.
Paragard lasts up to 10 years but can be removed by your healthcare provider anytime sooner if you decide you want to get pregnant. After removal, the effects of Paragard are immediately reversible.
The threads attached to Paragard are hand tied, one by one, and each device undergoes extensive quality-control measures.
Paragard is proudly made in the USA.
Placement is done by a healthcare provider during a routine office visit.
No daily or nightly routines–just a simple monthly thread check.
Paragard is the only IUD that’s been FDA approved for over 35 years.
Paragard is fully covered under most insurance plans—this may mean no co-pay, deductible, or out-of-pocket costs.
Check with your insurance provider to confirm coverage related to your individual plan. Fees for the Paragard placement procedure may apply.
Paragard is smaller and more flexible than you may think. Once in place, you shouldn’t be able to feel it at all.
