LNG Intracervical Device (ICD)
Alternative Name: Levonorgestrel (LNG) Intracervical Device (ICD)
Description: The levonorgestrel (LNG) intracervical device (ICD) was based on the LNG-IUS but of smaller shape to permit easy insertion in the cervical canal; it did not need to be pushed in the uterine cavity.
Product Details
User: Female
Hormonal: Yes
Delivery Method: Vaginal, Other
Duration Type: Long-acting
Duration: 4 years
Dose: 20 micrograms/day
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API): - levonorgestrel
- levonorgestrel
Inactive material: elastomer
Multipurpose Preventive Technology (MPT): No
Status Details
Developer: University of Helsinki, Population Council
Project Phase: Pre-Clinical and Clinical Development
Development Stage: Phase I
Active Development: No
Status Details: - Project abandoned due to high rate of expulsion and discontinuation rate.
- Project abandoned due to high rate of expulsion and discontinuation rate.
Additional Information
References: Ratsula K, et al. (1989) Plasma levonorgestrel levels and ovarian function during the use of a levonorgestrel-releasing intracervical contraceptive device. Contraception. 39(2);195-204.
Ratsula K, et al. (1989) Plasma levonorgestrel levels and ovarian function during the use of a levonorgestrel-releasing intracervical contraceptive device. Contraception. 39(2);195-204.