Unwanted 72 Tablet (Levonorgestrel)

Emergency Contraceptive Pills -Unwanted 72 Tablet (Levonorgestrel)

Unwanted 72 is a brand name for a contraceptive tablet containing the active ingredient Levonorgestrel. It is an emergency contraceptive pill used to prevent unwanted pregnancy after unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure, such as a condom breakage or missed birth control pill.

The tablet is taken orally within 72 hours (3 days) of unprotected sex, although its effectiveness decreases as time passes. Ideally, it is most effective when taken as soon as possible after intercourse. Unwanted 72 works by preventing or delaying the release of an egg from the ovary and altering the lining of the uterus to hinder the implantation of a fertilized egg.

It is vital to take note that Unwanted 72 must be utilized as a standard technique for contraception, as it isn't as successful as other long-haul preventative choices. It is planned for crisis circumstances as it were. Prior to taking Undesirable 72, it is prudent to counsel medical services proficient, who can give direction, and exhortation, and address any worries or questions you might have. They can likewise give data about the possible secondary effects and safety measures related to the medicine. Remember, Unwanted 72 does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), so it is essential to use barrier methods like condoms to reduce the risk of STIs.

Levonorgestrel Uses
Levonorgestrel is an emergency hormonal contraceptive used to help prevent a pregnancy when taken within 72 hours (3 days) of having had unprotected sex or if the usual method of contraception has failed. It is also available as a T-shaped intrauterine delivery system (IUD) which is used for the prevention of pregnancy (contraception) for up to three years.
How it works
Levonorgestrel as an immediate contraceptive measure is thought to work by:
Stopping ovaries from releasing an egg.
Preventing sperm from fertilizing any egg that may have already been released.
Stopping a fertilized egg from attaching itself to the womb lining.
As a T-shaped intrauterine delivery system, after placement inside the womb, a small amount of the hormone levonorgestrel reduces the monthly growth of the lining of the womb and thickens the cervical mucus which prevents contact and fertilization of an egg by sperm.
Common side effects of Plan B
breast tenderness, Nausea, irregular bleeding or spotting, allergic reaction ., lower stomach pain, vomiting, tiredness, temporary disturbance of your normal monthly cycle, unexpected bleeding, diarrhea, dizziness, headache

Emergency Contraceptive Pills

Emergency contraception, or post-coital contraception, refers to methods of contraception that can be used to prevent pregnancy in the first few days after intercourse. It is intended for emergency use following unprotected intercourse, contraceptive failure, or misuse (such as forgotten pills or torn condoms).
Emergency contraceptive pill works by interfering either in the ovulatory, fertilization, or implantation process
One type of ECP recommended by the WHO is the Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive pill
I-pill is a Levonorgestrel containing ECP which helps prevent pregnancy by delaying ovulation or inhibiting sperm migration
It’s a safe mode of contraception with very few mild side effects and without impacting future fertility
Unlike abortion pills, levonorgestrel containing ECP does not affect an implanted fertilized egg. This type of ECP can only prevent pregnancy if taken within a certain time frame after sexual intercourse.
i-pill, an emergency contraceptive pill launched in 2007, was the first emergency contraceptive brand in the OTC space.
Piramal acquired i-pill in 2010 and it continues to be the preferred brand for emergency contraception.

Need State:
An unplanned pregnancy or fear of an unplanned pregnancy due to contraception failure can disrupt a woman’s life and have severe consequences, in some cases leading to abortion as well.

Key Ingredients:
i-pill should be taken no later than 72 hours after unprotected sex to avoid an unwanted pregnancy.
i-pill contains levonorgestrel 1.5 mg, a progestogen that helps prevent the implantation of the egg in the uterus and avoids the beginning of pregnancy.

How does it work:
i-pill can work in any of the two different ways depending on where you may be in your menstrual cycle.

It may stop an egg from being released from the ovary.
If an egg has been released, the i-pill may prevent the sperm from fertilizing it.
Directions for use:
i-pill is a single-dose tablet to be taken orally. It should be swallowed with some water after a meal. i-pill should be taken as early as possible and not later than 72 hours of unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.

Pack Size:
Each pack of i-pill contains 1 single-use emergency contraceptive pill

Expert advice
As an emergency contraceptive: This medicine can be taken only by women aged 16 years and over. This medicine is intended for occasional use only and is recommended to not use more than once in a monthly cycle. It is not a substitute for long-term contraception.
If you throw up within 3 hours of taking the tablet, you will need to take another tablet.
Do not take:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine.
If you are pregnant.
If you have ever had a disease called salpingitis (inflammation of the Fallopian tubes).
Talk to your doctor before taking levonorgestrel:
If you have severe liver problems.
If you have severe digestive problems (e.g. Crohn’s disease).
If you have ever had an ectopic pregnancy (where a baby develops outside the womb), fallopian tube surgery or pelvic inflammatory disease.
If you are under 16 years of age (your local family planning clinic may also be able to help)
If you are breastfeeding.
This medicine can sometimes disturb your normal monthly cycle (period). If delayed by more than 5 days late, or is unusually light or heavy you should talk to your doctor as soon as possible and have a pregnancy test. This medicine may make you feel dizzy or tired.
Do not drive or use machines until you are sure you are not affected. A pregnancy will not normally be affected by taking this medicine, however there is a risk that a pregnancy may continue outside of the womb (ectopic pregnancy). It is important that you talk to your doctor about it. As an IUD: You should not use this device if you are allergic to levonorgestrel, silicone, silica, silver, barium, iron oxide, or polyethylene.
Do not use this device if you have:
abnormal vaginal bleeding.
an untreated or uncontrolled pelvic infection (vaginal, cervical uterine, or bladder).
a history of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), unless you have had a normal pregnancy after the infection treated uterine fibroid tumors past or present breast cancer, known or suspected cervical or uterine cancer; liver disease or liver tumor (benign or malignant);if you have another intrauterine device (IUD) in place. After each menstrual period, you should check to make sure you can still feel the removal strings. Wash your hands with soap and water, and insert your clean fingers into the vagina. You should be able to feel the strings at the opening of your cervix.
Call your doctor at once if you cannot feel the strings, or if you think the device has slipped lower in your uterus or out of your uterus. A sudden increase in menstrual flow may be a sign that the device has slipped out of place.
Frequently asked questions
Levonorgestrel
Q. Is levonorgestrel progesterone/ a st***d/effective/does levonorgestrel work/work during ovulation/ prevent implantation?
Levonorgestrel is synthetic progesterone, a st***d. It decreases the secretion of hormones and thereby inhibits ovulation. It also inhibits implantation (the point when a fertilized egg embeds in the uterine wall, where it will grow and develop into an embryo). It is effective (almost 84%) and works better if taken as soon as or within 72 hours after unprotected sex or failure of usual contraception.

Q. Is levonorgestrel a combination pill?
Levonorgestrel may be given alone or in a formulation that also contains estradiol.

Q. Is levonorgestrel safe/ bad for you/ safe while breastfeeding/ does levonorgestrel cause acne/ weight gain/ cause mood swings/ cause bleeding/ cause blood clots/ cause hair loss?
Levonorgestrel is safe if taken at recommended dosage and duration. It should not be taken during breastfeeding. It can cause side effects such as acne, weight gain, unexpected or irregular bleeding, unwanted hair growth or hair loss, mood swings, etc.

Q. Is levonorgestrel androgenic?
Levonorgestrel has high progestational and androgenic effects. The level of the androgenic effect refers to the chance of unwanted side effects such as acne and hirsutism (female unwanted hair growth).

Q. Can I take levonorgestrel with ibuprofen /alcohol?
Minor drug interactions occur if levonorgestrel is taken with alcohol which does not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. Interaction with ibuprofen is not reported but that doesn’t mean it can’t occur. Consult your doctor before taking any concomitant medications.

Q. Is levonorgestrel over the counter?
Levonorgestrel is available both over the counter and as per the doctor’s prescription.

Q. Does levonorgestrel expire?
Like every medicine, levonorgestrel also has an expiry date.