Pregna Postpartum IUD
Description: A modified copper T IUD and inserter, packaged together, for postpartum insertion. The IUD string is longer and the IUD inserter is longer and wider than the standard copper T IUD.
Product Details
User: Female
Hormonal: No
Delivery Method: Intrauterine
Duration Type: Long-acting
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API): - copper
- copper
Multipurpose Preventive Technology (MPT): No
Status Details
Developer: Pregna International Limited
Project Phase: Limited Market Availability
Development Stage: Marketed
Active Development: Yes
Status Details: - The PPIUD has the CE Mark and is currently undergoing review for WHO Pre-qualification.
- Proof of concept study showed dedicated PPIUD was safe and effective. High rates of acceptability were recorded among both patients and providers.
- The PPIUD has the CE Mark and is currently undergoing review for WHO Pre-qualification.
- Proof of concept study showed dedicated PPIUD was safe and effective. High rates of acceptability were recorded among both patients and providers.
Additional Information
References: Product web site: http://www.pregna.com/ppiud.html
Singh S, Das V, Agarwal A, Dewan R, Mittal P, Renita B, Lerma K, Blumenthal P. (2016). A Dedicated Postpartum Intrauterine Device Inserter: Pilot Experience and Proof of Concept. Global Health: Science and Practice. 4(1): 132-140.
Product web site: http://www.pregna.com/ppiud.html
Singh S, Das V, Agarwal A, Dewan R, Mittal P, Renita B, Lerma K, Blumenthal P. (2016). A Dedicated Postpartum Intrauterine Device Inserter: Pilot Experience and Proof of Concept. Global Health: Science and Practice. 4(1): 132-140.