Warning: following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise & judgment of youre pharmacist. it must not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective since you. Consult your pharmacist before using this tablet.

Levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol emergency contraceptive kit

(lee-voh-nor-jest-rell/eth-in-ill ess-truh-dye-ohl)

common brand names: Preven

Preven Usage: it medication is used to help prevent pregnancy in women who have had unprotected sex (intercourse) or suspect failure in there current form of birth control (e.g., broken condom).

How to use Preven: a pregnancy test is in your kit to determine if you are already pregnant from sex earlier at month or from previous months. Follow every instructions of proper use of it test before taking any drug. If you get a positive result, do not take any of the drug contained in your kit. If your pregnancy test results negative, take 2 meds by mouth as soon as possible, but within 72 hours, about unprotected sex. Take the second dose (2 tablets) 12 hours after first dose, or as directed by youre physician. it pill may be taken with food to help prevent stomach upset. While taking this pill, do not take any extra birth control medicine other than what is provided in your kit unless instructed to do so by your pharmacist. Read every usage instructions in the product package and ask your pharmacist or pharmacist if you have questions about any of the info.

Preven side effects: Nausea, vomiting, menstrual changes, breast tenderness, headache, stomach pain, cramps, rash, or dizziness may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify some your physician. Tell youre healthcare professional immediately if you have any of these serious side effects: chest pain, coughing up blood, shortness of breath, pain in the groin or calf, chest pain, sudden severe headache, one-sided weakness, vision problems, slurred speech, confusion, numbness, pain or tenderness in stomach, lumps in breast, yellowing of skin or eyes.

Preven Precautions: Tell your physician youre medical history, especially of: blood clots, heart problems (e.g., heart disease or heart attacks), stroke, liver disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, severe headaches, cancer, unusual vaginal bleeding. Cigarette smoking increases risk of stroke, cancer, and heart problems. this risk increases with age (women over 35) and heavy smoking (15 or more cigarettes per day). Avoid smoking & consult your physician or pharmacist for more info. this drug must not be used during pregnancy. If you think you pregnant, inform your physician immediately. it medication passes into breast milk & has had undesirable effects on nursing infants. Consult your doctor before breast- feeding.

Preven med interactions: Tell your physician of every prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: ascorbic acid (vitamin C), seizure medication (e.g., phenytoin, primidone, phenobarbital, carbamazepine, ethosuximide, methosuximide), anti- tuberculosis agents (e.g., rifampin), antifungals (e.g., griseofulvin), antibiotics (e.g., ampicillin, tetracycline, penicillin), HIV drug (e.g., protease inhibitors such as indinavir, amprenavir, ritonavir), benzodiazepines (e.g., triazolam, alprazolam), beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol, metoprolol) analgesic anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g., antipyrine, ibuprofen), antidepressant agents (e.g., fluoxetine, sertraline, nefazodone), cyclosporine, theophylline, cisapride. do not start or stop any medicine with out pharmacist or doctor approval.

Preven Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding.

Preven special notes: do not share this drug with others. If you don't start your menstrual cycle within 21 days about taking this drug, contact your physician. As with other oral contraceptives, this drug does not protect, or prevent, against HIV & other sexually transmitted diseases.

If you missed Preven dose: If you miss a dose, contact your pharmacist or pharmacist to establish a new dosing schedule.

Preven Storage: Store at room temperature between 36 & 86 degrees F (2 to 30 degrees C) away from light & moisture.

Active Ingredients : Levonorgestrel Ethinyl Estradiol