Copper Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)

A copper intrauterine device (IUD) prevents pregnancy by changing the lining of your uterus to stop sperm from reaching the egg. This pamphlet explains how well it works, pros and cons, what will happen when the IUD is put in, what happens after, movement or loss of the IUD, and removal.

This pamphlet is also available in French: FF85-2021
Dispositif intra-utérin en cuivre (DIU)