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Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARCs)

Please note: you will speak with a health care professional at your appointment about your medical information, all of your options, and you will be able to ask questions.

LARC methods include: 

  • Intrauterine devices (IUDs), also known as intrauterine contraceptives (IUCs) - small, T-shaped devices that are put into your uterus to prevent pregnancy

  • Implants - a thin, matchstick-sized plastic rod inserted under the skin of your upper arm. 

LARCs are the most effective forms of reversible birth control. They're safe and effective for most women and teens and can be removed at any time at a health center if you're ready to get pregnant or want to switch contraceptive method. 

PPAU offers the following types of LARCs: 

Nexplanon is a thin, matchstick-sized plastic rod that’s implanted under the skin of your upper arm. 

  • 99% effective in preventing pregnancy
  • Contains etonogestrel, a progestin hormone used in some birth control methods 

  • Lasts up to 5 years 

Liletta is a plastic intrauterine device (IUD) that releases a small amount of the synthetic hormone progestin to prevent sperm from reaching the cervix. 

  • 99% effective in preventing pregnancy  

  • Lasts up to 8 years 

Paragard is an intrauterine device (IUD) made of copper  

  • Contains no hormones  

  • 99% effective at preventing pregnancy  

  • Lasts for up to 12 years  


If you need emergency contraception and are interested in a no-cost IUD (Mirena) or implant, learn more about our clinical research studies here. 

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