How long does bleeding last after copper iud insertion

Copper IUD post insertion You can expect to have some cramps and bleeding/spotting (on and off bleeding or brown discharge) in the first few months but may be worse in the first 1 – 2 weeks. Treat the cramps with ibuprofen or Tylenol. You can expect your regular period to come at its usual time.

Evidence from 10 studies of fair to poor quality suggested that some NSAIDs may significantly reduce menstrual blood loss or bleeding duration among Cu-IUD users with heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding. Antifibrinolytic drugs or antidiuretics may also help reduce blood loss.

Copper IUDs are commonly associated with bleeding in between cycles, heavy flow, and/or lengthy periods lasting more than seven days. For some women, they can also cause severe cramping as well as leg and back aches. These copper IUD side effects can last a few short weeks to almost six months after insertion.

A large study of 2,700 copper IUD users in India found that complaints of abdominal pain and bleeding decreased over a 24-month period [7].