CIDR Device.
The Y-shape Controlled Intravaginal Drug Release (CIDR) device is permeated with progestin. The short arms of the Y can be pressed together as the device is backed into the (orange) applicator. Compressing the flexible circle pushes the plunger which expels the CIDR intravaginally.
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Loading the Applicator.
A Y-shape Controlled Intravaginal Drug Release (CIDR) device is loaded into the insertion instrument, by compressing the two short arms of the Y and sliding it into the applicator.
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Inserting the Applicator.
Clean intravaginal placement of the CIDR. The CIDR contains progestin which is slowly absorbed by the vaginal mucosa.
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Tail of the CIDR.
After the CIDR has been completely inserted into the vagina, a short string-like tail of the CIDR hangs out of the vulva. The CIDR device can be removed by simply pulling on the tail
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