LEVONORGESTREL (Skyla) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

LEVONORGESTREL

What is the Trade Name for LEVONORGESTREL?

Skyla

What are the Indications for LEVONORGESTREL?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Skyla ¬Æ is indicated to prevent pregnancy for up to 3 years. Replace the system after 3 years if continued use is desired. Skyla is a progestin-containing intrauterine system (IUS) indicated for prevention of pregnancy for up to 3 years. ( 1 )

 

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References: https://open.fda.gov/

 

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