Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Package/Label Principal Display Panel See New Warning Option 2 ® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5mg emergency contraceptive Reduces chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex. Not for regular birth control. One Tablet. One Step. Actual Size CONTAINS 1 TABLET LEVONORGESTREL 1.5 mg Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg Carton
- Package/Label Principal Display Panel See New Warning Option 2 ® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5mg emergency contraceptive Reduces chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex. Not for regular birth control. One Tablet. One Step. Actual Size CONTAINS 1 TABLET LEVONORGESTREL 1.5 mg Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg Carton
Overview
Use for women to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control)
Indications & Usage
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
Directions • take as soon as possible within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex. The sooner you take it the better it will work. • if you vomit within 2 hours after taking the medication, call a healthcare professional to find out if you should repeat the dose
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to levonorgestrel Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) alert: This product does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs
Purpose
Purpose Emergency contraceptive
Do Not Use
Do not use • if you are already pregnant (because it will not work) • for regular birth control
When Using
When using this product you may have • menstrual changes • tiredness • breast pain • nausea • headache • vomiting • lower stomach (abdominal) pain • dizziness
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Storage & Handling
Other information • read the instructions, warnings, and enclosed product leaflet before use • this product works mainly by preventing ovulation (egg release). It may also prevent fertilization of a released egg (joining of sperm and egg) or attachment of a fertilized egg to the uterus (implantation). • do not use if carton is open or blister seal is broken or missing • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Questions
Questions or comments? Call 1-800-719-9260
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