Mirena Coupons
From Pharmacy Drug Guide
Mirena is an intrauterine device (IUD) that is used to prevent pregnancy in women. It is inserted into the uterus by a doctor, where it may remain for up to 5 years.[1] Mirena costs just under $850, and the cost is not covered by all health plans.[2] Discounts or coupons for Mirena may be available through gynecologists' offices or various clinics and women's health organizations. Like many other birth control products, patients will need a prescription to purchase Mirena, and the device must be set into place by a professional.[3]
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| Brand name for | An intrauterine device |
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| Manufacturer | Bayer |
| Uses | Birth control |
| Side effects | Increased bleeding/spotting for the first few months, missed periods, pelvic or abdominal pain, headaches, acne, depression, ovarian cysts[4] |
| Administration | Inserted by a professional |
| Types of coupons | Low cost options at clinics, possibly occasional printed or printable coupons |
| Disclaimer | The information provided by PharmacyDrugGuide.com is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not take any action based on the information on this page without consulting a physician. |
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About Mirena
Mirena works by releasing low doses of a hormone called levonorgestrel into the uterus. While most women will still release an egg each month, Mirena blocks fertilization through a combination of mechanisms. Sperm may be kept out of the uterus by cervical mucus, thickened by the hormone. Levonorgestrel may also cause thinning of the uterus lining, thus contributing to pregnancy prevention. [5]
Mirena was approved by the FDA on December 6, 2000, and is the only hormonal-based IUD to be approved to date. Mirena is roughly as effective as birth control pills (with less than a 1 percent chance of pregnancy while it is in place), but requires less maintenance. Patients must only check the threads of the device once each month.[6]
Drug Coupons
Mirena Patient Assistance Programs and Coupons
- Women who are in need of birth control and have limited income may wish to visit a women's health clinic such as Planned Parenthood. Planned Parenthood uses a sliding scale payment system to help ensure that all women have access to birth control and other reproductive health products and services.[7]
- State and city health boards may provide information about free or low cost clinics in your area that carry Mirena. Often, local governments and/or organizations sponsor health centers that cater to those with limited financial means.
- Occasionally, coupons for Mirena are available on coupon websites. However, these are rare. Because Mirena must be installed at a practitioner's office, most drug store coupons may not apply.
- Women who are uninsured, may qualify for Bayer Healthcare's flexible payment plan, which allows patients to pay for Mirena over 24 months. Each monthly payment is $35.15.[8]
Also See: Mirena, {{Mirena Side Effects]], Plan B Side Effects, Plan B Coupons, Drug Coupons, Free Drug Samples, Birth Control Pills
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References
- ↑ http://www.mirena-us.com/
- ↑ http://www.mirena-us.com/get_mirena/healthcare_plan_coverage.jsp>
- ↑ http://www.mirena-us.com/get_mirena/index.jsp
- ↑ http://www.mirena-us.com/faqs/index.jsp#210
- ↑ http://www.mirena-us.com/faqs/index.jsp#25
- ↑ http://www.mirena-us.com/
- ↑ http://www.plannedparenthood.org/nassau-county/fees-payment-options-5062.htm
- ↑ http://www.mirena-us.com/get_mirena/healthcare_plan_coverage.jsp
