The IUD (Intrauterine Device)

The Intrauterine device (IUD) is small, T-shaped pieces of plastic, which contains copper (brand ParaGard®). Your health care provider puts the IUD in the uterus, also known as the womb, where it can remain for up to 10 years, depending on the type you and your health care provider select.

The Intrauterine device (IUD) is small, T-shaped pieces of plastic, which contains copper (brand ParaGard®). Your health care provider puts the IUD in the uterus, also known as the womb, where it can remain for up to 10 years, depending on the type you and your health care provider select.