What is Copper-T ? - Copper T is a intrauterine device used for emergency as well as long tern contraception. - It releases small amount of copper into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. How effective it is? - It had given 99% effective results. - Life of an Copper-T device is 5 to 10 years. - In cases of emergency contraception use it within 5 days or 120 hours of unprotected intercourse. How to use Copper-T ? - It is insured into the uterus in OPD. - There is no need of admission. Ministry of Health & Family Welfare-Government of India A copper IUD is a device placed in the uterus that prevents pregnancy for up to 12 years. It can also be used for emergency contraception within five days of unprotected sex. Learn about its effectiveness, side effects, and removal. Copper intrauterine device (IUD), also known as copper T , is a T -shaped contraceptive implanted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. The non-hormonal IUD is the most commonly used method of reversible birth control. It is used by more than 150 million people worldwide and has an efficacy of 99.9%. It varies from the hormonal IUD, which releases the hormone progestin to prevent pregnancy. How do copper IUDs work? A copper T is a plastic device with copper wires coiled into it. Copper ions ...
