LEVONORGESTREL - levonorgestrel tablet
Pharmacist Pharmaceutical, LLC
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Use for women 17 years of age and older to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control)
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
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
colloidal silicon dioxide, pregelatinized starch, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate and talc
For more information or to speak to a healthcare professional, call 1-800-224-4606 or visit www.ecpill.com
Levonorgestrel Tablet
Emergency Contraceptive
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:
When not to use Levonorgestrel Tablet.
Levonorgestrel Tablet should not be used:
How does Levonorgestrel Tablet work?
Levonorgestrel Tablet is one tablet with levonorgestrel, a hormone that has been used in many birth control pills for several decades. Levonorgestrel Tablet contains a higher dose of levonorgestrel than birth control pills, but works in a similar way to prevent pregnancy. It works mainly by stopping the release of an egg from the ovary. It is possible that Levonorgestrel Tablet may also work by preventing fertilization of an egg (the uniting of sperm with the egg) or by preventing attachment (implantation) to the uterus (womb).
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?
What if I still have questions about Levonorgestrel Tablet?
If you have questions or need more information, call 1-800-224-4606, or visit our website at www.ecpill.com
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 20–25°C (68–77°F).
Active ingredient: levonorgestrel 1.5 mg
Inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, pregelatinized starch, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, and talc
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.
Manufactured for:
Pharmacist Pharmaceutical, LLC
Salem, VA 24153
PI6223003501
Iss: 03/2014
LEVONORGESTREL
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Labeler - Pharmacist Pharmaceutical, LLC (830838251) |
Registrant - Novel Laboratories, Inc. (793518643) |
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Name | Address | ID/FEI | Business Operations |
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Novel Laboratories, Inc. | 793518643 | MANUFACTURE(63704-010) |