Types of IUDs Available
Many different types of copper IUDs are currently manufactured worldwide, but availability varies widely by country. For example, in the United States, only one type of copper IUD is approved for use, while in the United Kingdom, over ten varieties are available. One company, Mona Lisa N.V. offers generic versions of many existing IUDs.
| IUD | Type | Copper (mm2) | Life (years) | Manufacturer | Distinguishing characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gyneplus Cu 380 | T-shaped | 380 | 5 | Dispo.Cont. | |
| Multiload Cu375 | U-shaped | 375 | 5 | Multilan | |
| Multiload Cu250 | U-shaped | 250 | 3 | Multilan | |
| Multi-Safe 375 | U-shaped | 375 | 5 | Williams Medical Supplies | |
| Multi-Safe 375 Short Loop | U-shaped | 375 | 5 | Williams Medical Supplies | |
| Load 375 | U-shaped | 375 | 5 | 7-MED Industrie | |
| Nova-T 380 | T-shaped (plain) | 380 | 5 | Bayer | |
| Neo-Safe T 380 | T-shaped (plain) | 380 | 5 | Durbin | |
| UT 380 | T-shaped (plain) | 380 | 5 | 7-MED Industrie | |
| UT 380 Short | T-shaped (plain) | 380 | 5 | 7-MED Industrie | |
| Flexi-T 300 | T-shaped (plain) | 300 | 5 | Prosan | |
| Flexi-T + 300 | T-shaped (plain) | 300 | 5 | Prosan | Wider arms than Flexi-T 300 |
| T-safe CU 380A | T-shaped (banded) | 380 | 8 | Durbin | |
| Flexi-T + 380 | T-shaped (banded) | 380 | 5 | Prosan | |
| TT 380 Slimline | T-shaped (banded) | 380 | 10 | 7-MED Industrie | |
| Paragard | T-shaped (banded) | 380 | 10 | Duramed | |
| Gynefix 330 (standard) | Frameless | 330 | 5 | Contrel | Only frameless IUD brand available |
| Gynefix 200 (mini) | Frameless | 200 | 3 | Contrel | Only frameless IUD brand available |
| IUD | Type | Copper (mm2) | Life (years) | Manufacturer | Distinguishing characteristics |
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