Levonorgestrel IUD Hazardous Precautions

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Wed, 07/12/2023 - 17:04
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Sloane Hoefer
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Levonorgestrel IUD Hazardous Precautions

Greetings,
Would anyone be willing to share how their organization currently handles levonorgestrel IUDs in regards to it's hazardous drug status? Do you require full PPE for administration?

Lexicomp states: Hazardous agent (NIOSH 2016 [group 2]).
Use appropriate precautions for receiving, handling, administration, and disposal. Gloves (single) should be worn during receiving, unpacking, and placing in storage. Double gloving and a protective gown are recommended for administration (NIOSH 2016). Assess risk to determine appropriate containment strategy (USP-NF 2017).

If you do require less strict precautions than Lexicomp recommends, do you have data/sources to support?

Appreciate your insight,
Sloane Hoefer, PharmD, BCPS
Nebraska Medicine

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