Levonorgestrel (LEE-voe-nor-jes-trel)

Levonorgestrel, a progestin, is used to prevent pregnancy after known or suspected contraceptive failure or unprotected intercourse.

The first dose of progestin should be taken as soon as possible within 72 hours of having unprotected sex.

The second dose should be taken 12 hours later.

Take exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.

Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

severe allergic reactions
missed menstrual period
spotting instead of your usual period
lower stomach pain

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

antifungals
barbiturates
bosentan
carbamazepine
felbamate
griseofulvin
hiv protease inhibitors
hydantoins
modafinil
nevirapine
penicillins
rifampin
st. john's wort
tetracyclines
topiramate
troglitazone
anticoagulants
beta-adrenergic blockers
corticosteroids
selegiline
theophylline
troleandomycin
lamotrigine

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

If you have any questions about Levonorgestrel, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

If you experience any unusual vaginal bleeding contact your health care provider for advice.

If you miss a period, the possibility of pregnancy must be considered,
contact your health care provider for advice.

You are strongly advised not to smoke.

If you miss a dose of an emergency contraceptive prescription, or vomit the dose within an hour of taking it, you MUST contact your health care professional for instructions.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F / 15- 30 degrees C, away from heat and moisture.

Taking contraceptive pills does not protect you against HIV infection (AIDS) or any other sexually transmitted diseases.

This medicine may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine.