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    Description

    Skyla is a progestin-containing intrauterine device (IUD).

    Skyla IUD duration: Skyla is used to prevent pregnancy for up to 3 years.

    Directions

    A trained healthcare provider will insert Skyla. Tell your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.

    Ingredients

    Levonorgestrel is the active ingredient in Skyla. Silicone, polyethylene, silver, silica, barium sulfate, and iron oxide are the inactive ingredients included.

    The components of Skyla are not manufactured with natural rubber latex.

    Contraindications

    Women should avoid using Skyla IUD if they:

    • Are pregnant or think they are pregnant
    • Need emergency contraception
    • Have congenital or acquired uterine problems that change the uterine cavity
    • Have or have had acute pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) unless there has been a subsequent intrauterine pregnancy
    • Have postpartum endometritis or infected abortion within the last 3 months
    • Have or think they have uterine or cervical cancer
    • Have or think they have breast cancer or other cancer that is sensitive to progestin
    • Have uterine bleeding without an explained cause
    • Have untreated acute cervicitis, vaginitis, or lower genital tract infections
    • Have acute liver disease or benign or malignant liver tumor
    • Have an increased of pelvic infection
    • Have an intrauterine device that has not been taken out
    • Are allergic to any component of Skyla

    Cautions

    • Before you start using Skyla, tell your doctor:
      • About all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
      • About your allergies
      • About your current health conditions and past medical history
      • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
    • If you become pregnant, Skyla should be removed, as there is an increased risk of complications, including ectopic pregnancy, loss of pregnancy, septic abortion, and premature labor and delivery.
    • Infections have been reported after insertion of Skyla.
    • Your risk of PID should be considered before Skyla is inserted.
    • Uterine perforation, which may require surgery, can occur and affect how Skyla works.
    • Skyla may be partially or completely dislodged and may go unnoticed, which can cause loss of contraceptive efficacy.
    • Any enlarged ovarian follicles or cysts should be evaluated.
    • Changes in menstruation can occur.
    • Skyla can be safely scanned with MRI if certain conditions are met. Tell your doctor that you have Skyla IUD before undergoing any procedures or diagnostic tests.

    Side Effects

    Menstrual changes, vulvar and vaginal inflammation, abdominal pain, pelvic pain, acne, headaches, migraines, ovarian cysts, and uterine spasms are possible Skyla IUD side effects. However, these are not the only side effects that can occur. Call your doctor right away if you have side effects that bother you or won’t go away.

    Reference

    Skyla. Whippany, NJ: Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2023.



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    About Dr. Savannah Muncy (Page Author)


    Dr. Muncy (PharmD) studied science and education as an undergraduate before attending the Appalachian College of Pharmacy where she completed her PharmD in three years. She is currently using her pharmacy and healthcare expertise to write medical content for clients all around the world. She is focused on delivering the most current, accurate, and engaging information to healthcare professionals and patients. Read More....


    IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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