Post 72
Composition for Post 72 Products
Post 72 Products are primarily used for
Emergency contraceptionProducts for Post 72
Post 72 1.5mg Tablet
strip of 1 Tablet
MRP₹75
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About Post 72 Products
Uses of Post 72 Products
Levonorgestrel is used for emergency contraception. It provides a safe and effective way to prevent an unintended pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
Post 72 Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Post 72 are Depression, Diarrhea, Breast tenderness, Headache, Fatigue, Nausea, Dizziness, Breast pain, Abdominal pain, Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), Lighter menstrual bleeding, Vomiting, Vaginal discharge, Nervousness, Vaginal inflammation, Pain during periods, Weight gain, Decreased libido, High blood pressure.
Severe
Side Effects of Post 72 are Stroke, Malignant liver tumors, Benign liver tumors, Diabetes, Arterial thromboembolism (blood clot in artery), Venous thromboembolism, Breast cancer.
How Post 72 Products work
Levonorgestrel is a progestin-only, levonorgestrel-containing emergency contraceptive pill. It works primarily by preventing or delaying the release of an egg from the ovary (a process known as ovulation). Hence, the sooner it is taken the better.
In Depth Information for Post 72 Products
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.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
Patient Concerns about Post 72 Products
Frequently asked questions about Post 72 Products
Q. What is Post 72 1.5mg Tablet?
It is an emergency contraceptive tablet which is used in case of unprotected sex or contraceptive failure to prevent unwanted pregnancy.
Q. When is it appropriate to take Post 72 1.5mg Tablet tablet?
You should take it only in emergencies such as unprotected sex, contraceptive failure (e.g., broken condom), or irregular use of your birth control pills.
Q. How should I take Post 72 1.5mg Tablet?
Take one tablet as soon as possible, not later than 72 hours after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
Q. How effective is Post 72 1.5mg Tablet?
The sooner you take it, the more effective it is. Post 72 1.5mg Tablet significantly reduces your chances of becoming pregnant if used within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
Q. Can I take Post 72 1.5mg Tablet during breastfeeding?
Yes, it is safe during breastfeeding. It is unlikely to cause any significant effect on milk quantity that can affect the infant adversely.
Q. How often can I use Post 72 1.5mg Tablet?
It can be taken more than once a month, but it is advised only for emergency contraception. Keep using regular contraception like condoms, regular birth control pills, IUDs, etc., to avoid unwanted pregnancy.
Q. Is a pregnancy test required after taking Post 72 1.5mg Tablet?
Although Post 72 1.5mg Tablet significantly reduces your chances of pregnancy, if your periods are delayed by more than a week, a pregnancy test is recommended. However, if you decide to continue the pregnancy, you may do so, as Post 72 1.5mg Tablet does not work if pregnancy has already been established. It will not cause harm to the foetus.
Q. Can Post 72 1.5mg Tablet be taken for regular birth control?
No, it is not indicated for regular birth control. It is used only as an emergency measure after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
Q. Can Post 72 1.5mg Tablet protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and HIV/AIDS?
No, it does not offer any protection from HIV/AIDS or other STDs. You can use condoms to protect yourself from STDs and HIV/AIDS.
Q. What is the difference between “emergency contraceptive pill” and “abortion pill”?
Pregnancy starts once the fertilized egg attaches to the lining of the uterus (womb). Abortion pills contain medicine, which hinders the development of a pregnancy after it has occurred and also alters the character of the womb lining in a way that the fertilized egg gets detached, hence causing abortion. On the other hand, emergency contraceptive pills like Post 72 1.5mg Tablet contain female hormones which delay the release of the egg or prevent the movement of sperm towards the egg. This prevents fertilization and hence pregnancy. Post 72 1.5mg Tablet does not have any effect on a fertilized egg and hence does not cause abortion.
Q. Is Post 72 1.5mg Tablet effective if frequent acts of intercourse have occurred in a short duration of time?
Yes. It is effective if you have had several acts of intercourse in a short span of time. However, these acts must occur within 72 hours before taking Post 72 1.5mg Tablet. Also, since there is a chance of unintended pregnancy after frequent acts of unprotected sex in the same cycle, it is advisable to use a barrier contraceptive method (e.g., condom) until the next period, even after using Post 72 1.5mg Tablet.