Mirena coil versus pill

The Mirena IUD and the pill are two contraceptive methods that work via hormones supplied with the contraceptive. While the pill, which often consists of a progestin or an estrogen, prevents ovulation, the IUS prevents pregnancy by making it difficult for sperm to reach the egg cells and by preventing the lining of the uterus from maturing sufficiently for pregnancy. Both ways lead to the prevention of pregnancy.

The pill is swallowed daily at the same time in the form of a small pill, while the hormone coil, once inserted, remains in the uterus for about five years. Out of every hundred women who take the Mirena IUD, less than one woman becomes pregnant, while out of every hundred women who take the pill, eight women become pregnant. The IUS is therefore a much safer contraceptive method than the pill.

The Pill causes headaches, chest pain and occasionally complaints such as dizziness, migraines, depressive moods, acne, hair loss and many others as frequent side effects. Most of the side effects of both preparations are similar, but most of the side effects of the hormone coil occur much more frequently. At the same time, an HRT can lead to piercing, perforation, of the uterus, which is very dangerous. The two contraceptives are very different and offer different benefits. In order to choose the contraceptive method that is best suited to your individual needs, a detailed consultation with your gynaecologist is recommended.

Cost of the spiral

The costs for the hormone coil are not covered by health insurance, they have to be paid by the patient. For the Mirena IUD the costs are between 138.08 and 191.69€, depending on the manufacturer and package size.

Cost of insertion

Hormone coils work for three to five years depending on the preparation, probably even longer. The Mirena IUD is considered a particularly long-acting preparation alongside the Kyleena IUD. It works for five years as a contraceptive to prevent pregnancy.