Family Planning / LARC
Evidence-based, highly effective birth control options that last for years and are fully reversible when you're ready.
The National Impact of Family Planning
60M
Women
in the United States have a need for family planning.
46%
Pregnancies
are unplanned in the United States.
22M
Women
have an unmet need for contraception, facing barriers to access.
Source: Guttmacher Report 2025
Our Program's Advantages
Single-Visit Access
We stock a full inventory of contraceptives, including implants + IUDs, enabling same-day Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) insertions.
Inventory Management
Our XpeDose™ system provides full inventory management and replenishment to clinician practices.
Improved Outcomes
By reducing barriers, we improve patient satisfaction, increase access, and support better health outcomes.
What Is LARC?
Long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) refers to highly effective birth control methods that provide extended pregnancy prevention without requiring any action from the patient.
LARC methods include intrauterine devices (IUDS) and the subdermal implant, inserted by a health care provider and provides protection for 3-10 years, depending upon the product selected.
Types of LARC
Hormonal IUDs
Release small amounts of progestin (levonorgestrel) to prevent pregnancy. FDA-approved options include Mirena (up to 8 years), Liletta (up to 8 years), Kyleena (up to 5 years), and Skyla (up to 3 years). They may also reduce menstrual bleeding and cramps.
Copper IUD (Paragard)
The only hormone-free IUD that uses copper to prevent fertilization. Effective for up to 10 years.
Subdermal Implant (Nexplanon)
A small, flexible rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm that releases etonogestrel. Effective for up to 5 years. The single most effective reversible contraceptive available, with a failure rate of less than 0.1%.
Why Providers Choose LARC
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends LARCs as first-line contraceptive options for most women, including adolescents and nulliparous patients, due to their safety, efficacy, and ease of use.
Products We Carry
Stocked in our XpeDose™ cabinets for same-day access at the point of care.
Mirena
IUD · Up to 8 years
Kyleena
IUD · Up to 5 years
Skyla
IUD · Up to 3 years
Paragard
Copper IUD · Up to 10 years
Nexplanon
Implant · Up to 5 years
LARC by the Numbers
>99%
Effectiveness Rate
LARCs are over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy the highest of any reversible method.
100%
Reduces Human Error
Once inserted, there is no action required from the patient.
14%
U.S. Women Using LARC
Approximately 14% of U.S. women of reproductive age use a LARC method. (CDC, 2024)
3–10 yrs
Duration of Protection
Depending on the method, LARCs provide continuous protection for 3 to 10 years.
76%
Of Patients Choose LARCs
The Contraceptive CHOICE study showed that when cost barriers are removed, 76% of women choose to use LARCs.
Benefits of LARC
- Highest Effectiveness: Over 99% effective with both perfect and typical use no daily pills to remember.
- Fully Reversible: Fertility typically returns within one menstrual cycle after removal.
- Low Maintenance: Once inserted, no further action is required until it's time for replacement or removal.
- Cost-Effective: While the upfront cost is higher, the per-year cost is among the lowest of any contraceptive method over time.
- Safe for Most Women: Recommended by ACOG for women of all ages, including teens and those who have not had children.
- Additional Health Benefits: Hormonal IUDs can reduce menstrual pain, heavy bleeding, and may lower the risk of endometrial cancer.
How Stellar Rx Supports LARC Access
Through our XpeDose™ smart dispensing cabinets, Stellar Rx makes it easy for clinics and provider offices to stock, manage, and dispense LARC products at the point of care. Our system enables same-day insertions, eliminates the need for patients to fill a separate pharmacy prescription, and handles real-time claims processing automatically.
We install and maintain the cabinet at no cost to your practice, keep inventory replenished, and provide full support for onboarding and training.
Interested in Offering LARC at Your Practice?
Contact us to learn how Stellar Rx can support same-day LARC access in your clinic at no cost to you or your patients.
Tennessee Providers
For providers in Tennessee, our vLARC TennCare program offers dedicated support to help you bring same-day LARC access to your TennCare patients. Reach out to our Tennessee team directly: