Label: LEVONORGESTREL tablet

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: Abbreviated New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated July 22, 2024

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    Drug Facts

  • Active ingredient

    Levonorgestrel, USP 1.5 mg

  • Purpose

    Emergency contraceptive

  • Use

    for women to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control)

  • 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.

    Do not use

    • if you are already pregnant (because it will not work)
    • for regular birth control

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking efavirenz (HIV medication) or rifampin (tuberculosis treatment) or medication for seizures (epilepsy). These medications may reduce the effectiveness of levonorgestrel.

    When using this product you may have

    • menstrual changes
    • tiredness
    • dizziness
    • nausea
    • headache
    • breast pain
    • lower stomach (abdominal) pain
    • vomiting

    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).

  • 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
  • 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 tear strip is removed or blister seal is broken or missing
    • store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
  • Inactive ingredients

    colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, talc

  • Questions or comments?

    For more information, call toll free 1-800-818-4555 weekdays

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    Distributed by:
    Ohm Laboratories Inc.
    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

  • Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mgEmergency ContraceptiveOne Tablet. One Step.What You Need to Know

    What is levonorgestrel tablet?

    Levonorgestrel tablet is emergency contraception that helps prevent pregnancy after birth control failure or unprotected sex. It is a backup method of preventing pregnancy and should not be used as regular birth control.

    What levonorgestrel tablet is not.

    Levonorgestrel tablet will not work if you are already pregnant and will not affect an existing pregnancy. Levonorgestrel tablet will not protect you from HIV infection (the virus that causes AIDS) and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

    When should I use levonorgestrel tablet?

    The sooner you take emergency contraception, the better it works. You should use levonorgestrel tablet within 72 hours (3 days) after you have had unprotected sex.

    Levonorgestrel tablet is a backup or emergency method of birth control you can use when:

    • your regular birth control was used incorrectly or failed
    • you did not use any birth control method

    When not to use levonorgestrel tablet?

    Levonorgestrel tablet should not be used:

    • as a regular birth control method, because it's not as effective as regular birth control.
    • if you are already pregnant, because it will not work.
    • if you are allergic to levonorgestrel or any other ingredients in levonorgestrel tablet.

    When should I talk to a doctor or pharmacist?

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking efavirenz (HIV medication) or rifampin (tuberculosis treatment) or medication for seizures (epilepsy).

    These medications may reduce the effectiveness of levonorgestrel tablet and increase your chance of becoming pregnant. Your doctor may prescribe another form of emergency contraception that may not be affected by these medications.

    How does levonorgestrel tablet work?

    Levonorgestrel tablet works before release of an egg from the ovary. As a result, levonorgestrel tablet usually stops or delays the release of an egg from the ovary. Levonorgestrel tablet is one tablet that contains a higher dose of levonorgestrel than birth control pills and works in a similar way to prevent pregnancy.

    How can I get the best results from levonorgestrel tablet?

    You have 72 hours (3 days) to try to prevent pregnancy after birth control failure or unprotected sex. The sooner you take levonorgestrel tablet, the better it works.

    How effective is levonorgestrel tablet?

    If levonorgestrel tablet is taken as directed, it can significantly decrease the chance that you will get pregnant. About 7 out of every 8 women who would have gotten pregnant will not become pregnant.

    How will I know levonorgestrel tablet worked?

    You will know levonorgestrel tablet has been effective when you get your next period, which should come at the expected time, or within a week of the expected time. If your period is delayed beyond 1 week, it is possible you may be pregnant. You should get a pregnancy test and follow up with your healthcare professional.

    Will I experience any side effects?

    • some women may have changes in their period, such as a period that is heavier or lighter or a period that is early or late. If your period is more than a week late, you may be pregnant.
    • if you have severe abdominal pain, you may have an ectopic pregnancy, and should get immediate medical attention.
    • when used as directed, levonorgestrel tablet is safe and effective. Side effects may include changes in your period, nausea, lower stomach (abdominal) pain, tiredness, headache, dizziness, and breast tenderness.
    • if you vomit within 2 hours of taking the medication, call a healthcare professional to find out if you should repeat the dose.

    What if I still have questions about levonorgestrel tablet?

    If you have questions or need more information, call our toll-free number, 1-800-818-4555.

    Other Information

    Keep out of reach of children:

    In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.

    Do not use if the blister seal is opened.

    Store at room temperature 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F).

    Active ingredient: levonorgestrel 1.5 mg

    Inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, talc, corn starch, lactose monohydrate

    If you are sexually active, you should see a healthcare provider for routine checkups. Your healthcare provider will talk to you about and, if necessary, test you for sexually transmitted diseases, teach you about effective methods of routine birth control, and answer any other questions you may have.

    Distributed by:
    Ohm Laboratories Inc.
    New Brunswick, NJ 08901
    June 2024

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 1.5 mg Tablet Blister Pack Carton

    FDA
    APPROVED

    NDC 51660-999-11

    YOUR
    CHOICE™

    LEVONORGESTREL TABLET 1.5 MG

    EMERGENCY
    CONTRACEPTIVE

    Reduces chance of
    pregnancy after
    unprotected sex
    NOT FOR REGULAR
    BIRTH CONTROL

    ONE STEP

    Contains 1 Tablet Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg

    Principal Display Panel - 1.5 mg Tablet Blister Pack Carton
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    LEVONORGESTREL 
    levonorgestrel tablet
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:51660-999
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    Levonorgestrel (UNII: 5W7SIA7YZW) (Levonorgestrel - UNII:5W7SIA7YZW) Levonorgestrel1.5 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    silicon dioxide (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)  
    starch, corn (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    hypromellose, unspecified (UNII: 3NXW29V3WO)  
    lactose monohydrate (UNII: EWQ57Q8I5X)  
    magnesium stearate (UNII: 70097M6I30)  
    talc (UNII: 7SEV7J4R1U)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorWHITEScoreno score
    ShapeROUNDSize8mm
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:51660-999-111 in 1 CARTON11/01/2017
    11 in 1 BLISTER PACK; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    ANDAANDA20263511/01/2017
    Labeler - Ohm Laboratories Inc. (184769029)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited725959238MANUFACTURE(51660-999)