Mirena (Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine System) Patient Information: Missed a Dose and What Should I Avoid at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Mirena Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose

What happens if I miss a dose (Mirena)?

Since the intrauterine device continuously releases a low dose of levonorgestrel, missing a dose does not occur when using this form of levonorgestrel.

What happens if I overdose (Mirena)?

An overdose of levonorgestrel released from the intrauterine system is very unlikely to occur.

What should I avoid while using levonorgestrel intrauterine system (Mirena)?

Avoid having sexual intercourse with more than one partner. Also avoid having sexual intercourse with a partner who has other sexual partners besides you. The intrauterine device can increase your risk of developing a serious pelvic infection, which is often caused by sexually transmitted disease.

Levonorgestrel intrauterine system will not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases--including HIV and AIDS. Using a condom is the only way to help protect yourself from these diseases.

Contact your doctor if your sexual partner develops HIV or a sexually transmitted disease, or if you have any change in sexual relationships.

What other drugs will affect levonorgestrel intrauterine system (Mirena)?

Tell your doctor about all other medications you use, especially:

insulin;
a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin); or
steroids such as prednisone, fluticasone (Advair), mometasone (Asmanex, Nasonex), dexamethasone (Decadron, Hexadrol) and others.

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with the levonorgestrel intrauterine system. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about the levonorgestrel intrauterine system.

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