The most effective hormone-free birth control*
Paragard is >99% Effective
Percentage of women who will not become pregnant within 1 year (typical use)†































Over 99% effective

99%-94% effective

72%-88% effective

Over 99% effective

72%-88% effective

Over 99% effective

99%-94% effective

Trussel J. Contraceptive failure in the United States. Contraception 2011;838397-404.
PARAGARD does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted infections.