Postiga: Levonorgestrel 0.75 mg Tablets for Emergency Contraception

What it is

Postiga is a brand of levonorgestrel, an emergency contraceptive. It is a single-ingredient tablet containing 0.75 mg of levonorgestrel.

What it's used for

Postiga is used by women to reduce the chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex. This includes situations where a contraceptive method failed (e.g., a condom broke) or if no birth control was used. It is not for regular birth control and does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases.

How it's taken

The tablet should be taken by mouth as soon as possible within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex. Taking it sooner increases its effectiveness. If vomiting occurs within 2 hours after taking the medicine, you should contact a healthcare professional to find out if you need to repeat the dose.

Common side effects

The provided information does not list common side effects. However, an allergic reaction to levonorgestrel is possible. If you experience symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek medical help. For a complete list of side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Important cautions

Do not use Postiga if you are already pregnant, as it will not work. Do not use it for regular birth control. It does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs. Before use, ask a doctor or pharmacist if you are taking efavirenz (HIV medication) or rifampin (tuberculosis treatment) as these may affect how the medicine works. If you have had an allergic reaction to levonorgestrel before, do not use it.

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