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What is the name of the generic NuvaRing?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 4, 2024.

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The first approved generic version of NuvaRing is called EluRyng.

EluRyng (ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel) Vaginal Ring
  • Date of Approval: December 11, 2019
  • Company: Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
  • Uses: Birth Control

What is EluRyng?

  • EluRyng is a flexible birth control vaginal ring used to prevent pregnancy.
  • EluRyng contains a combination of an estrogen and a progestin, two kinds of female hormones.

How do you use EluRyng?

  • EluRyng is used in a 4-week cycle. The EluRyng is inserted into your vagina where it is kept in place for 3 weeks (21 days). It is removed for a 1-week break (7 days) when you will usually have your menstrual period. A new EluRyng is inserted for each cycle.

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