World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

A REVIEW ON INTRAUTERINE DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM

Harendra Prasad*, Ram Chandra Bharati, Navneet Kumar Verma and Shekhar Singh

ABSTRACT

An intrauterine contraceptive device, or IUD, is inserted into the uterus. It is a tiny copper or plastic device. There are numerous sorts, and depending on the type, they can endure three to ten years. A long-acting, reversible method of birth control is the IUD. The delicate, slender T-shaped IUD is secured with a nylon string. This device is inserted into the uterus by a licensed physician or other healthcare provider. The IUD has a 98% success rate in stopping pregnancies. Because getting an IUD implanted might be uncomfortable, you might want to take an analgesic before having one put in. They hinder fertilization by obstructing the passage of sperm and eggs. They also alter the uterine lining and interfere with implantation. Intrauterine system for levonorgestrel (LNG- IUS), it can be used to treat endometriosis or as an alternative to hysterectomy in situations of menorrhagia. It is more successful than copper IUDs at lowering bleeding and dysmenorrhea. The review covered the importance of intrauterine drug delivery systems, their advantages and disadvantages, and the development and application of intrauterine devices (IUDs).

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