Mirena Side Effects
Generic Name: Levonorgestrel
Please note - some side effects for Mirena may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).
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Side Effects of Mirena - for the consumer
Mirena IUD
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Mirena IUD:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Mirena IUD:Acne; back pain; breast pain; breast tenderness; changes in sex drive; cramps; depression; hair loss; headache; irregular bleeding; lack of menstrual bleeding; nausea; nervousness; sinus infection; skin problems; stomach pain; upper respiratory tract infection; weight gain.
TopSevere allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); breast lumps; changes in vision; chills; dizziness; fever; genital sores; lack of menstrual period; mental or mood changes; numbness of an arm or leg; painful sexual intercourse; prolonged heavy menstrual bleeding; severe headache or dizziness; severe pain or tenderness in the abdomen or pelvis; sharp or crushing chest pain; spotting instead of your usual period; sudden leg pain; sudden severe headache, vomiting, dizziness, or fainting; sudden shortness of breath; unusual vaginal swelling, discharge, or bleeding; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
For the professional
Mirena
The most serious adverse reactions associated with the use of Mirena are discussed above in the Warnings section. Others are presented in the Precautions section. Other adverse events reported by 5% or more subjects include:
| Abdominal pain | Upper respiratory infection |
| Leukorrhea | Nausea |
| Headache | Nervousness |
| Vaginitis | Dysmenorrhea |
| Back pain | Weight increase |
| Breast pain | Skin disorder |
| Acne | Decreased libido |
| Depression | Abnormal Pap smear |
| Hypertension | Sinusitis |
Other reported adverse reactions occurring in less than 3% of patients include: failed insertion, migraine, vomiting, anemia, cervicitis, dyspareunia, hair loss, eczema.
TopMore resources:
Levonorgestrel - Includes detailed dosage instructions.
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