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Levonorgestrel Oral Tablet (LEVONORGESTREL 1.5 MG - ORAL)

For birth control.

Brand Name(s): Aftera, EContra, Fallback Solo, Morning After, My Choice, My Way, New Day, Next Choice One Dose, Opcicon One-Step, Plan B One-Step, Preventeza, Take Action

Generic Name: Levonorgestrel

Instructions

This medicine may be taken with or without food.

Do not use if more than 72 hours (3 days) after sex.

Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.

Only swallow one pill at a time.

If vomiting occurs within 2 hours after taking the dose, contact doctor to see if dose needs to be repeated.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines.

Cautions

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

Your ability to stay alert or to react quickly may be impaired by this medicine. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine will affect you.

Please check with your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.

If you miss your period while on this medicine, contact your doctor.

Use condoms to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted diseases.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor immediately.

Do not take St. John's wort while on this medicine.

Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

  • breast pain or swelling
  • dizziness
  • headaches
  • nausea and vomiting
  • cramping of the uterus or bleeding from the vagina
  • vaginal bleeding or spotting between periods

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

  • severe stomach pain that spreads to the back

A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.

Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.

 
 

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