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Lng IUD (medicated IUD)
The levonorgestrel (LNG) intrauterine device (IUD) releases small amounts of levonorgestrel, a form of progesterone, into the uterus each day.
It is used for birth control, heavy menstrual periods, and to prevent excessive building up of the lining of the uterus in those on estrogen replacement therapy.
It is on the world health organization list of essential medicines, the most effective and safe medicines needed in a health system.

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Intrauterine devices or IUD are T shaped contraceptive devices. These contain levonorgestrel or copper and are inserted into the uterus. IUDs are considered to be one of the most effective birth control measures and also they are reversible (meaning it can be removed whenever a need arises). The copper IUd has a failure rate of 0.8%, while the levonorgestrel IUD has only had 0.2% failures till now. As per a report in 2007, IUDs are used by more than 180 million users all over the world.

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Side effects are uncommon but include:
Cramps
Nausea
Backache
Vaginal discharge
Inflammation of the vagina
Pelvic infection (uterus), which usually happens within three weeks after insertion.

Yes you can do that, new packet(discard old) dont make mistake of using balance tabs and then making mistake in calculation of no of tabs

Progynova can be used instead of it. It is oestrogen valerate. Whereas lynral is ethyl estradiol.
More or less same function.

Contraceptive methods of birth control are usually quite successful. By these methods, you can enjoy your sex without the worry of pregnancy. Modern technology has led to the formulation of avid techniques of contraception; some are temporary and the others permanent. However, no matter how well these methods work, almost all of them have got a variety of side effects on your body and health.
Here is a list of different modes of contraception and the side effects they may cause:

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