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Plan B Emergency Contraceptive
Prescription Required | Drug Name | Dosage | Quantity | Price | Buy Now |
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| Plan B Emergency Contraceptive | 1.5mg | 1 | $60.20 | Add To Cart |
Indications
Plan B is an emergency contraceptive medication used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or a failure of other forms of birth control.
Levonorgestrel is a second-generation synthetic progestogen that binds to progesterone and androgen receptors to delay the surge in lutein hormones during pre-ovulation to prevent or delay ovulation. By doing this, Plan B helps prevent sperm from being able to fertilize an egg. The medication also promotes a thickening of cervical mucus which interferes with sperm’s ability to travel through the cervix and uterus.
This emergency birth control medication is a safe and well-tolerated form of pregnancy prevention for use after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. Plan B has been found to be most effective when used during the pre-ovulatory phase and when taken within 72 hours of unprotected sexual intercourse.
Uses and Dosage
Follow all your doctor’s instructions and read the Plan B packaging labels carefully to ensure the best results.
- Swallow tablets whole
- Take one tablet right away within 72 hours of unprotected sex
- The pill is most effective the sooner it is taken after unprotected intercourse
- Take a second tablet 12 hours after your first dose
- Use at any point during your menstrual cycle
- Contact your doctor if vomiting occurs within two hours of taking Plan B
- Get a pregnancy test if your period is late by a week or longer
- Plan B will not terminate a pregnancy if the fertilized egg has attached to your uterus
- Store at room temperature away from children and pets
Side Effects
Plan B may cause some side effects to develop while affecting your hormones and menstrual cycle. Speak with your doctor for more information regarding any symptoms that you may encounter when taking levonorgestrel.
Common Plan B side effects:
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Changes in menstrual bleeding
- Dizziness
- Tender breasts
Serious Side Effects
Some more serious adverse reactions may occur when taking levonorgestrel. Stop using this contraceptive and contact your doctor if you develop any of the following side effects:
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Severe changes in menstrual bleeding
Seek immediate medical attention if you develop severe pain in your lower stomach or side. This could indicate a tubal pregnancy where the pregnancy implants in the fallopian tube instead of your uterus. Ectopic pregnancies are medical emergencies and require immediate attention.
Allergic Reactions
Do not take Plan B if you are allergic to levonorgestrel or any of the other listed tablet ingredients. If you develop signs of an allergic reaction, stop using this medication and contact your doctor right away.
Plan B allergy symptoms may include:
- Hives
- Difficulty breathing
- Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat
Cautions
Plan B is designed to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or birth control failure. The medication will not protect you from any sexually transmitted diseases; only using a condom can protect you from these diseases.
Do not use Plan B if you are already pregnant. Levonorgestrel will not cause an abortion.
Consult with your doctor before taking Plan B if you regularly take any medication for seizures, tuberculosis, or HIV/AIDS. These types of medications can cause levonorgestrel less effective at preventing pregnancy.
Some drugs may interact with levonorgestrel and cause adverse reactions. To avoid this, tell your doctor about all the medications that you take, including any over the counter medicines, but especially any of the following:
- Efavirenz
- Rifampin
- Seizure medications (carbamazepine, felbamate, fosphenytoin, oxcarbazepine, and others)
- Bosentan
- Griseofulvin
- topiramate
Levonorgestrel may cause your breast milk production to slow. Talk with your doctor before breastfeeding while using Plan B.
Form and Strength
This emergency birth control medication is available in tablet form.
Plan B tablet strength:
- 0.75mg
The 0.75mg strength Plan B tablets are available in quantities of 2.
FAQ
Can Plan B make your period late or cause bleeding?
Yes, Plan B uses levonorgestrel, a synthetic hormone, which affects your menstrual system to delay ovulation. This may lead to a delayed period, or it could cause you to bleed earlier. As an emergency contraceptive pill, Plan B contains a higher dosage or levonorgestrel than typical hormonal birth control pills and therefore is more likely to cause menstrual changes.
How effective is Plan B and how late can you take it?
Plan B has been found to be 60 to 94% effective when taken within 72 hours after having unprotected sexual intercourse. There is a chance that women who take levonorgestrel within this time frame will still become pregnant, but the medication has the highest efficacy rates the sooner it is taken and if it is taken during the pre-ovulatory stage of your menstrual cycle.
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Additional information
Brand Name: |
Plan B Emergency Contraceptive |
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Scientific Name: |
Levonorgestrel |
Other Names: |
Plan B |
Strength(s): |
1.5mg |
Quantities Available: |
1 |
Formulation: |
Tablet |
