Snabb sammanfattning

Typ av medicin

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

Fungerar genom

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.

Verksamt ämne

Ulipristal

Gäller inom

Within a few hours.

Generisk?

No

Biverkningar

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

Medicindetaljer

Beskrivning

ellaOne är en akut-p-piller tillverkad av HRA Pharma. Den hjälper till att förhindra graviditet efter oskyddat sex eller när en preventivmetod har misslyckats. Den innehåller ulipristalacetat, en aktiv ingrediens som verkar genom att fördröja eller förhindra ägglossning, så att befruktning inte kan ske.

ellaOne är mest effektiv när den tas så snart som möjligt, men kan användas upp till 5 dagar (120 timmar) efter oskyddat samlag. Den kommer som en enda, lätt att ta tablett och erbjuder ett pålitligt alternativ för akut preventivmedel.

ellaOne skyddar inte mot sexuellt överförbara infektioner (STI) och bör inte användas som en regelbunden preventivmetod. Om en graviditet redan har börjat kommer ellaOne inte att ha någon effekt. För fortsatt skydd rekommenderas att använda en regelbunden preventivmetod efter att ha tagit ellaOne.

Ingredienser

Ulipristal acetate, a selective progesterone receptor modulator.

Biverkningar

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.

Varningar

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.

Vanliga frågor

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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