i-pill | Emergency Contraceptive Pill for Women | levonorgestrel Tablet

i-pill is an emergency contraceptive tablet used to prevent an unplanned pregnancy that may occur after unprotected sexual intercourse or failure of a regular contraceptive (birth control). It contains levonorgestrel, a synthetic hormone that helps prevent ovulation or fertilization.

Take one tablet as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse, but not later than 72 hours (3 days). Do not take more than the recommended dose. This medicine is generally safe when used as directed. In some cases, it may cause nausea, irregular bleeding until the next period, lower abdominal pain, tiredness, headaches, or changes in the menstrual cycle. Rarely, i-pill may cause breast tenderness, facial swelling, or skin rashes. If any such side effects concern you, contact your doctor. The tablet does not work if you have unprotected intercourse again after consuming the tablet.

Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture. Do not take the i-pill if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. If you have underlying medical conditions or are taking medication, then consult a doctor before using this tablet. This medicine should not be used as a regular contraceptive method or as a substitute for ongoing birth control. It does not prevent transmission of sexually transmitted diseases or HIV/AIDS.

Product Nature: Emergency contraceptive tablet

Pack Size: A strip of 1 tablet

• Emergency contraception: The tablet helps reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy in case of unprotected sex or failure of contraceptives, such as condom breakage or missed oral contraceptive pills.

What is the recommended dosage of i-pill | Emergency Contraceptive Pill for Women | levonorgestrel Tablet?

1 tablet must be taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse. Do not delay taking it for more than 72 hours (3 days) after intercourse. Certain medications may interact with i-pill, requiring a dose adjustment. If you are taking medications to treat epilepsy, HIV infection, tuberculosis, or fungal infection, or your medicine contains cyclosporine or St. John’s wort, then you should contact a doctor to adjust the dosage. If you vomit after 2–3 hours of taking the tablet, then take another tablet.

What if you miss a dose?

There is no dosing schedule for i-pill. However, if you have missed the window of taking the i-pill, talk to your doctor immediately.

What if you take an overdose?

It is recommended not to take too many tablets at once. If you have consumed too many tablets, you may experience nausea, vomiting, or vaginal bleeding. It is advised to contact a doctor.

• Take this tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet unless directed.

Active Ingredients:

Each film-coated tablet contains:

• Levonorgestrel: 1.5 mg

Other Ingredients:

• Colors (lake erythrosine, lake indigo carmine, titanium dioxide)

• Levonorgestrel helps delay or inhibit the release of an egg from the ovaries. It may also interfere with sperm motility and prevent sperm from fertilizing the egg if the egg has already been released.
  
  

Who can benefit from i-pill | Emergency Contraceptive Pill for Women | levonorgestrel Tablet?

• Women who had unprotected intercourse
• Those experiencing contraceptive failure
• Women who missed regular birth control pills

i-pill is generally safe to use when taken as advised. However, some individuals may experience:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Irregular bleeding before the next period
• Lower abdominal pain
• Dizziness, fatigue, and headache

In rare cases, side effects such as breast tenderness, a skin rash, facial swelling, or painful periods may occur.

You can take the tablet at any time during your menstrual cycle. However, using this tablet more than once during a menstrual cycle may disturb the cycle. Consult your doctor if side effects persist or concern you.

• Take an i-pill as soon as possible after unprotected sex, as a delay can reduce its effectiveness.
• Do not use it as a regular birth control method, as repeated use can disturb your menstrual cycle.
• Remember that i-pill does not protect against infections, so use protection like condoms going forward.
• If you vomit soon after taking i-pill | Emergency Contraceptive Pill for Women | levonorgestrel Tablet, its effect may reduce; you should consult your doctor.
• Consult your doctor if your period is significantly delayed, you experience heavy bleeding, or severe stomach pain after taking i-pill | Emergency Contraceptive Pill for Women | levonorgestrel Tablet.

Risk of unintended pregnancy due to:

• Unprotected intercourse
• Contraceptive failure
• Missed dose of oral contraceptives

i-pill works by releasing levonorgestrel, which helps delay or prevent ovulation. It may also prevent fertilization by interfering with sperm passage, thereby reducing the chance of pregnancy.

• Store below 30℃.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Protect from light and moisture.
  

Written by: Dr. Anuj Saini

Reviewed by: Dr. Mekhala Chandra