{"product_id":"nuvaring-contraception","title":"NuvaRing","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow to use NuvaRing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost women choose to wear the ring for 3 weeks, then take a 1-week break. Exactly 1 week after the day of removal, insert a new ring. Make a note of the day and time you removed it - try to insert the new one at the same time, on the same day, one week later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo insert the ring, press the opposite sides together, making an oval. Push the ring into the vagina until it feels comfortable. Remove the ring by hooking a finger under the ring and pulling it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNuvaring can also be taken as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended use: 1 ring every 3 weeks for 9 weeks (3 rings in total) then no ring for the next 4 or 7 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous use: 1 ring every 3 weeks with no break.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does NuvaRing work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNuvaRing is a type of contraceptive vaginal ring. The vaginal ring is a small, flexible ring that is inserted into the vagina for 3 weeks, followed by a 1-week break. In this time it will provide a slow, controlled release of hormones. It does not need to stay in a particular position (as long as it remains in the vagina), and it should allow you to use tampons and have sex without complication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow effective is NuvaRing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNuvaRing is approximately 99% effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts effectiveness is dependent upon correct usage, and on your NuvaRing staying in place in the vagina. While it doesn't need to be in a particular position, one of the main concerns of its users, and as such women should always be aware of its positioning, and check regularly that it has remained in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the side effects of NuvaRing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost women experience no side effects. However, irritation of the skin, discharge, mood swings, irregular bleeding, and breast discomfort have been reported. Rarely, some women develop blood clots. This contraceptive carries a slightly higher risk of blood clots than others. If you have any concerns, send us a message via your \u003ca href=\"\/account\"\u003eaccount\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor full information on side effects and correct use, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/6449\/pil\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e. If any side effects concern you, contact us via your account.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"3 Months","offer_id":42726830801084,"sku":"3919","price":44.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/products\/ec040eab7898fe53f40d609ac66f8d98.jpg?v=1686236726","url":"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/products\/nuvaring-contraception","provider":"UK Production","version":"1.0","type":"link"}