Emergency Pills Tablet 0.75mg

About Emergency Pills Tablet 0.75mg

Emergency Pills Tablet 0.75mg Uses

• Prevents pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse
• Prevents pregnancy after a missed regular contraceptive dose
• Prevents pregnancy after condom failure or slippage
• Provides backup protection after a dislodged diaphragm or other barrier method failure
• Used for pregnancy prevention in cases of sexual assault

Emergency Pills Tablet 0.75mg Benefits

• Lowers the risk of unintended pregnancy when taken promptly
• Does not require a clinic visit or a medical procedure
• Can be kept at home in advance for genuine emergencies
• Widely available at pharmacies across Pakistan at an affordable price
• Offers a fast acting option when a primary contraceptive method fails

What Experts Say

Levonorgestrel is a synthetic progestin that primarily works by delaying or inhibiting ovulation. When taken before the luteinizing hormone surge, it suppresses follicle development and prevents the egg from being released. It may also thicken cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to reach an egg.

Clinical data shows effectiveness is highest when the tablet is taken within the first 24 hours after unprotected intercourse, with efficacy declining progressively up to the 72 hour limit. This time sensitive action is why pharmacologists stress immediate use rather than delayed dosing after a missed contraceptive event.

Levonorgestrel does not terminate an existing pregnancy. Once implantation has occurred, the hormone has no measurable effect on the pregnancy, which distinguishes it pharmacologically from medical abortion agents. Experts also note it is not intended to replace regular hormonal or barrier contraception for ongoing protection.

Drug Class

• Progestin (Synthetic Progestogen)
• Emergency Contraceptive
• Hormonal Contraceptive Agent

Emergency Pills Tablet 0.75mg formula

• Levonorgestrel

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Emergency Pills Tablet 0.75mg?

• Take the first tablet as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse, ideally within 72 hours.
• Take the second tablet exactly 12 hours after the first dose for full protection.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water, with or without food.
• Repeat the dose if vomiting occurs within 2 hours of taking a tablet.
• Use only as a backup method, not as a routine form of contraception.
• Take only one course per menstrual cycle unless a doctor advises otherwise.

Drug Interactions

• Rifampicin: Reduces the effectiveness of levonorgestrel by speeding up its breakdown in the liver.
• Certain Anti Seizure Medicines: Drugs like phenytoin and carbamazepine can lower levonorgestrel levels and reduce contraceptive protection.
• St John's Wort: This herbal supplement can lower levonorgestrel levels through liver enzyme induction.
• Ritonavir Based HIV Medicines: May lower levonorgestrel plasma levels and reduce its effectiveness.
• Other Hormonal Contraceptives: Taking them together does not add extra protection and is unnecessary.

Risks and warnings

• Not For Regular Use: Not intended to replace a regular contraceptive method and should be used only for emergencies.
• Effectiveness Decreases With Delay: Works best within 24 hours of unprotected intercourse and becomes less effective after 72 hours.
• Vomiting Risk: Vomiting within 2 hours of taking a tablet may reduce absorption and require a repeat dose.
• Ectopic Pregnancy: Does not protect against ectopic pregnancy, so persistent lower abdominal pain needs prompt medical evaluation.
• Not An Abortion Pill: Has no effect once implantation has already occurred and will not end an existing pregnancy.
• Menstrual Changes: May cause the next period to arrive earlier or later than usual, along with spotting.

Emergency Pills Tablet 0.75mg Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Lower abdominal pain or cramping
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Breast tenderness
• Irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting
• Delayed or early onset of the next menstrual period
• Diarrhea

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Keep the tablet inside its original foil strip until it is time to use it.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Avoid storing in the bathroom or near moisture and heat.
• Discard the tablet after the expiry date printed on the pack.