Question

Which of the following are not copper releasing IUDs?

• A. LNG-20
• B. CuT
• C. Lippes loop
• D. Both a and c

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both a and c

IUDs are intrauterine devices used as a contraceptive by several women in India.

There are three types of IUDs.

1. Non-medicated IUDs: Lippes loop

2. Copper releasing IUDs: CuT, Cu7, Multiload 375. The copper ions released through these IUDs into the uterus affect the motility and fertilising capacity of sperms. Hence they prevent pregnancy.

3. Hormone releasing IUDs: LNG-20, progestasert.