When was Jaydess discontinued?

Discontinuation report JAYDESS

Report ID	65614
Anticipated discontinuation date
Actual discontinuation date	2018-12-20
Remaining supply date	2018-12-20
Discontinuation status	Discontinued

Which is better Mirena or Jaydess?

Jaydess® is approved for contraception only for up to 3 years, while Mirena® is indicated for treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding and contraception for up to 5 years and for endometrial protection for up to 4 years, though recent updated UK guidelines suggested that this could be extended to 5 years (off licence).

What is Jaydess IUD?

Jaydess is a T-shaped intrauterine delivery system (IUS) which after placement inside the womb slowly releases a small amount of the hormone levonorgestrel. Jaydess works by reducing the monthly growth of the lining of the womb and thickening the cervical mucus.

Is Kyleena the same as Jaydess?

Jaydess can be used for up to 3 years in the indication contraception. Kyleena can be distinguished from Mirena and Jaydess by the combination of the visibility of the silver ring on ultrasound and the blue colour of the removal threads. Kyleena can be used for up to 5 years in the indication contraception.

How long does the Jaydess coil last?

JAYDESS is inserted into the uterine cavity and is effective for up to three years.

Is Kyleena smaller than Jaydess?

Kyleena contains 19.5mg LNG in a reservoir mounted on a T-shaped frame. LNG content is lower than that of Mirena® and Levosert® (both 52mg LNG) and higher than Jaydess® (13.5mg).

Does Jaydess coil cause weight gain?

It does not cause any weight gain. The Kyleena coil releases 9-12mcg/24 hours of levonorgestrel. It is licensed for 5 years. As it has less hormone than the Mirena but more than the Jaydess, it’s side effects are between the two other coils.

What is a major disadvantage of using an IUD?

IUDs have the following disadvantages: they don’t protect against STIs. insertion can be painful. ParaGard may make your periods heavier.

What happens after inserting Jaydess?

Most women resume their normal activity within 1 or 2 days. Bleeding. The first day you may pass some clots due to the insertion procedure itself. Some degree of bleeding or spotting is normal for a few weeks to even 3-6 months.

Can a man feel the coil?

Usually your partners won’t be able to feel the IUD string with their penis during sex, but every once in a while some people say they can feel it. If this happens and it bothers you or your partner, talk with your nurse or doctor — they may be able to trim the string so it doesn’t stick out as much.

Is the drug Jaydess still available in Canada?

Jaydess is no longer being manufactured for sale in Canada. For brands that may still be available, search under levonorgestrel. This article is being kept available for reference purposes only. If you are using this medication, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for information about your treatment options.

Are there any drug interactions between Mirena and Jaydess?

Theoretically, because Jaydess and Mirena contain the same contraceptive hormone and have a similar local mechanism of action, drug interactions with Jaydess should be broadly similar to those for Mirena.

Are there any side effects to taking Jaydess?

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: signs of depression (e.g., poor concentration, changes in weight, changes in sleep, decreased interest in activities, thoughts of suicide) symptoms of vaginal infection (e.g., itching, unusual or increased vaginal discharge)

How long does Jaydess stay in your system?

JAYDESS (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system [13.5 mg]) is indicated for conception control for up to 3 years. Geriatrics JAYDESS is not indicated for use in postmenopausal women.