What is Levonorgestrel Emergency Contraceptive Pill?
Levonorgestrel 1500mcg Emergency Contraceptive Pill “Morning After” is an emergency oral contraceptive pill.
The pill is taken to prevent you from getting pregnant.
You should only use Levonorgestrel in case of emergencies or when your usual method of contraception has not worked. It should not be used in place of your regular contraception.
Is Levonorgestrel Emergency Contraceptive Pill right for me?
Levonorgestrel 1500mcg Emergency Contraceptive Pill “Morning After” may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include:
Headaches
Nausea
Lower abdominal pain
Tiredness
Irregular bleeding
If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.
Warnings
Levonorgestrel 1500mcg Emergency Contraceptive Pill “Morning After” may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take this tablet if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:
You have a history of infection or inflammation of the fallopian tubes or ectopic pregnancy
You have severe liver problems
You have disease of the small bowel e.g. Crohn's disease
You have ever had a disease called salpingitis
Please note: Orders placed by males will be subject to an identification check post-purchase.
Using/taking other medicines
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription.
If you have used any of the following medications in the last 4 weeks they can cause the tablet to be less effective:
Barbiturates and other epilepsy medications
Medicines used to treat tuberculosis
Medicines used in for HIV
Medicines used to treat fungal infections
Herbal remedies containing St John’s wort
Age restrictions
Levonorgestrel 1500mcg Emergency Contraceptive Pill “Morning After” is not suitable for under 16s.
You can only purchase this product if you are over 18.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any new product. This product will not work if you are already pregnant. Levonorgestrel can be secreted in your breast milk. You should take the tablet immediately after breastfeeding and avoid breastfeeding for at least 8 hours following taking the tablet.
Important information
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