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Divacon 0.03/0.15mg Tablet 21’S
Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg Tablet
Levonorgestrel, a synthetic progestin used mainly in the treatment of Emergency Contraception (EC). It is designed to prevent pregnancy after failed contraceptive measures or unprotected intercourse (like a broken condom or missing birth control pills). When used within the recommended time scale, it works in such a manner that its ovulation stops or is substantially delayed to the end of pregnancy.
Action on Core Component
Prevents Ovulation: This hormone stops egg release from the ovary.
Hindrance to Fertilization: This may block entrance of the sperm into the egg or fertilization altogether.
Rapid in Action: Quick action after ingestion to balance regular contraception failure.
Instructions for Use
Golden Time: This medicine is used in an emergency, so it should be taken as soon as possible, usually within twenty-four hours after the event. It is also effective when taken up to 72 hours (3 days) after an event, but the effectiveness falls off slightly with time.
Administration should be Optimally: Swallow 1.5mg tablet with water. It can be taken with food or without.
Vomiting: If vomiting occurs within 2–3 hours of taking the tablet, all or some of the pill has not been absorbed. Therefore, ring up your physician or a pharmacist to seek the weighing of a second dose of the drug.
Safety Information
Note: Levonorgestrel is not an abortion pill. It will not work if you are already pregnant and will not harm an existing pregnancy. It also does not provide protection against HIV/AIDS or other STIs.
Emergency Protection: This is an emergency measure and should not replace your primary method of birth control.
Risky Ectopic Pregnancy: In case a woman perceives severe lower abdominal pain between the third and fifth weeks owing to intake of the pill, she has to see a physician immediately to rule out an ectopic pregnancy.
Probable Side Effects
Most women have some mild side effects that go away in 24 to 48 hours:
- Nausea or abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Breast tenderness
Following are effects of taking the pill: It may come earlier or later or be heavier or lighter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How effective is Levonorgestrel?
A: If taken within 24 hours, it is about 95% effective. Between 48 and 72 hours, the efficacy rate drops to approximately 58%. The sooner you take it, the better.
Q: Can I take this pill more than once in a single cycle?
A: No recommendation is being made. It leads to extraordinary hormonal disarray and menstrual maladjustment when adopted multiple times in one cycle. Therefore, it is less useful than well-planned long-term contraception.
Q: Does it cause long-term infertility?
A: No. Levonorgestrel causes no permanent reproductive impairment later on. It exits from your body fairly quickly.
Q: Will the emergency contraceptive pill affect my next period menstruation?
A: Yes, your next period may be earlier or later, and flow may be heavier or lighter than usual. This is a temporary hormonal effect.
Q: Is it correct for a woman breastfeeding?
A: Certainly, breastfeeding mothers can employ such a medication; however, it is always advisable to consult a healthcare professional before use to ensure safety for both mother and child.