Levonorgestrel Drug Information

    Generic name: LEVONORGESTREL

    Progestin [EPC] Progestin-containing Intrauterine System [EPC]

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    Uses of Levonorgestrel

    Use For women to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control)

    Dosage & Administration of Levonorgestrel

    • When should I use Levonorgestrel Tablet? The sooner you take emergency contraception, the better it works. You should use levonorgestrel tablet within 72 hours (3 days) after you have had unprotected sex . Levonorgestrel tablet is a backup or emergency method of birth control you can use when:
    • your regular birth control was used incorrectly or failed
    • you did not use any birth control method

    Side Effects of Levonorgestrel

    When using this product

    • you may have
    • menstrual changes
    • nausea
    • lower stomach (abdominal) pain
    • tiredness
    • headache
    • dizziness
    • breast pain
    • vomiting

    Warnings & Cautions for Levonorgestrel

    • Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to levonorgestrel Sexually transmitted disease (STDs) alert: This product does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs

    Drug Interactions with Levonorgestrel

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking efavirenz (HIV medication) or rifampin (tuberculosis treatment) or medication for seizures (epilepsy). These medications may reduce the effectiveness of levonorgestrel.

    Contraindications for Levonorgestrel

    • if you are already pregnant (because it will not work)
    • for regular birth control

    Overdosage Information for Levonorgestrel

    Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

    Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.

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