AVIBELA
AVIBELA is a hormonal IUD (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system, 52 mg) indicated for contraception and heavy menstrual bleeding, with duration of use up to 6 years depending on local regulatory approvals.
Highly effective, reversible contraception
- >99% effective at preventing pregnancy*
- Can be removed by a provider at any time
- Does not affect female fertility after removal
Effective at treating heavy menstrual bleeding
- The majority of women achieve a significant reduction in menstrual blood loss within 3 to 6 months
- Many women also experience amenorrhea (no bleeding or spotting)
Same-day insertion is possible
- Can be inserted at any time, including the same day as the initial visit to the clinic (providing the patient is not pregnant)
Mechanism of action
- The mechanism of action for contraception is thickening of the cervical mucus that inhibits the passage of sperm.
- The mechanism of action for treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding is thinning of the uterine lining.
*Avibela (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system) 52 mg [Summary of Product Characteristics and Prescribing Information]. Harmonized English; 6-year duration of use. Impact RH360; 2022.
