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MORNING AFTER PILL

The morning after pill is a type of emergency contraception used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure (e.g., a broken condom). It is most effective when taken as soon as possible after the incident, but can be used up to 72 hours (some types up to 120 hours) after intercourse.

Brand Names:

  • Post Day

  • Femelle One

Forms:

  • Tablets

Dosage:

  • Levonorgestrel (Plan B One-Step, Take Action): 1.5 mg taken as a single dose.

  • Ulipristal acetate (Ella): 30 mg taken as a single dose.

Composition:

  • Levonorgestrel (1.5 mg)

  • Ulipristal acetate (30 mg)

Mechanism of Action:

  • Levonorgestrel: Works primarily by preventing ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary) or by altering the cervical mucus to hinder sperm movement. It may also prevent implantation of a fertilized egg.

  • Ulipristal acetate: A selective progesterone receptor modulator that inhibits or delays ovulation. It also affects the endometrial lining to prevent implantation.

MORNING AFTER PILL

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