Hurtigt resumé

Type af medicin

Selective progesterone receptor modulator (SPRM) acting as an emergency contraceptive.

Virker ved

EllaOne contains ulipristal acetate, a selective progesterone receptor modulator (SPRM). It works by delaying or preventing ovulation, thereby stopping the release of the egg and reducing the risk of fertilization after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. It may also alter the uterine lining, making it less receptive to implantation.

Aktiv ingrediens

Ulipristal

Effektiv inden for

Within a few hours.

Generisk?

No

Bivirkninger

Headache, nausea, abdominal pain, menstrual changes, and dizziness.

Medicinoplysninger

Beskrivelse

ellaOne er en nødpræventionspille fremstillet af HRA Pharma. Den hjælper med at forhindre graviditet efter ubeskyttet sex eller når en præventionsmetode har svigtet. Den indeholder ulipristalacetat, en aktiv ingrediens, der virker ved at forsinke eller forhindre ægløsning, så befrugtning ikke kan finde sted.

ellaOne er mest effektiv, når den tages så hurtigt som muligt, men den kan bruges op til 5 dage (120 timer) efter ubeskyttet samleje. Den leveres som en enkelt, let at tage tablet, der tilbyder en pålidelig nødpræventionsmulighed.

ellaOne beskytter ikke mod seksuelt overførte infektioner (SOI) og bør ikke bruges som en regelmæssig præventionsmetode. Hvis en graviditet allerede er begyndt, vil ellaOne ikke have nogen effekt. For løbende beskyttelse anbefales det at bruge en regelmæssig præventionsmetode efter at have taget ellaOne.

Ingredienser

Ulipristal acetate, a selective progesterone receptor modulator.

Bivirkninger

Headache, nausea, abdominal pain, menstrual changes, fatigue, or dizziness.
Less commonly: severe abdominal pain, breast tenderness, vomiting, or mood changes.
Consult a doctor if your period is more than 7 days late or if you experience symptoms suggestive of pregnancy.

Advarsler

EllaOne is intended for emergency contraception only and should not be used as a regular method of birth control.
Do not use if you are pregnant, allergic to ulipristal acetate, or have severe uncontrolled asthma.
Effectiveness may be reduced if you are taking certain medications (e.g., St. John’s wort, anticonvulsants, rifampicin).
If vomiting occurs within three hours of taking the tablet, take another dose as soon as possible.
Consult a doctor if your period is more than 7 days late, unusually light, or if you experience any symptoms of pregnancy.

Ofte stillede spørgsmål

How does ellaOne work?

ellaOne delays or prevents ovulation, thereby blocking the release of an egg and reducing the risk of pregnancy after unprotected intercourse.

When should I take ellaOne?

Take it as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse, ideally within the first few hours and no later than 5 days (120 hours). The earlier it is taken, the more effective it is.

Can I take ellaOne if I am already using a contraceptive method?

Yes, but ellaOne may temporarily reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraception. Use condoms until your next period before resuming your usual contraceptive method.

What should I do if I vomit after taking ellaOne?

If you vomit within three hours of taking the tablet, take another tablet as soon as possible and seek advice from a pharmacist or doctor.

Will ellaOne affect my next period?

Your next period may come a few days earlier or later than expected. If it is more than 7 days late or unusually light, take a pregnancy test.

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