The contraceptive coil can be one of the most reliable and convenient forms of contraception. It can be a good choice if you want a long term form of contraception that you won’t have to think about on a day to day basis.
What is a Contraceptive Coil?
The contraceptive coil is a small T-shaped implant that can be placed into your womb to prevent you getting pregnant. Two different types of coil are available:
Intrauterine Device (IUD): the copper coil, which prevents eggs and sperm from surviving in the fallopian tubes and womb.
Intrauterine System (IUS): the hormonal coil, which works in a similar way to the pill by releasing progestogen.
Why Choose the Contraceptive Coil?
Both types of coil are fitted in the same way and have the same advantages:
You won’t need to remember to take a pill or think about your contraception every day
You won’t need to pause before sex to use a condom, unless you want to protect yourself against STIs
The contraceptive coil is more than 99% effective at preventing pregnancy
The effects will last for 5-10 years, after which a new coil can be fitted
