You may have cramping and spotting after getting an IUD, but this almost always goes away within 3-6 months. Hormonal IUDs eventually make periods lighter and less crampy, and you might stop getting a period at all. On the flip side, copper IUDs may make periods heavier and cramps worse. For some people, this goes away over time. If you decide, along with your clinician, that the copper IUD is right for you, your clinician will write you a prescription. You can purchase your IUD at a pharmacy (approximately $80 – $350) or at a sexual health clinic that sells IUDs (approx. $50 – $175). PPT’s Health Services sells the copper IUD for $54 and inserts IUDs by appointment. The copper IUD doesn't contain any hormones. The copper IUD can also be used as emergency contraception. The hormonal IUD has a very small amount of hormones and most people have no side effects from this. The Mirena (IUD with hormones) can help with period bleeding and pain. Most people with a Mirena will have light bleeding or no periods at all. Paragard is a small IUD (intrauterine device) that uses just 1 simple active ingredient to prevent pregnancy over 99% of the time. It’s placed in your uterus by a healthcare provider during a routine office visit to prevent pregnancy for as short or long as you want—up to 10 years. Paragard is made of soft, flexible plastic wrapped with a If you don’t have health insurance and you’re paying for an IUD out of pocket, the prices can be pretty steep. According to Planned Parenthood, out-of-pocket costs for IUDs can range from $500 Mirena ® (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system) 52 mg is indicated for prevention of pregnancy for up to 8 years; replace after the end of the eighth year. Mirena is indicated for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding for up to 5 years in women who choose to use intrauterine contraception as their method of contraception; replace The hormonal IUD (Mirena) and progesterone implant (Implanon) cost $37 after Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) subsidies and $7 for concession card holders. The copper IUD is not PBS-subsidised What To Expect After an IUD Insertion. After getting an IUD inserted, most people experience 1-2 days of cramping and back pain. Some people may have cramps off and on for a few weeks or even The Intrauterine Device or IUD is either a small hormone-releasing device or a non-hormonal Copper device (Copper T or Pearls IUD) that is inserted into your uterus. It is usually made of copper or plastic and is a highly effective long-term option. The IUD is perfect if you’re looking for convenience or if you find it difficult to remember Up to $219.70. $60. Medical Termination of Pregnancy**. $317.40. $117.40. $200. *Prices do not include the cost of devices/contraceptives, please see the section below for these costs. **Cost of second appointment only – initial consultation and follow up consultation will be bulk billed. fEHIe.