Is Copper-T An Effective Method Of Contraception?

Posted on Thu, 3 Dec 2015

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Question : I need suggestion about Copper T.
Is it 100% effective in preventing pregnancy? Does it have any health implication on the women?

There are different kind/brand of copper T available in market. which one is best to use?

Answered by Dr. Vaishalee Punj (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It has less than 1% pregnancy rate

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.

Copper-t is a very effective method of contraception with less than 1% pregnancy rate. It does have a few side effects like pelvic discomfort, increased menstrual bleeding, sometimes acne, and expulsion. It may also cause increased risk of infections. Fertility returns within a few months of removal of copper-t. It is preferably used in women who have had pregnancy in the past.

Multiload type of copper-t is best. The 375 type offers lower fertility then the 200 type. Your gynecologist will be able to help you.

Apart from copper-t intrauterine devices (IUD) there are IUD that are impregnated with hormones and are also considered good. These decrease the bleeding during menstruation.

Hope it helps

Dr Vaishalee

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