Preventing pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse or suspected birth control failure. 72 -Hours is a progestin. Exactly how it works is not known. It may prevent pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation, altering transport of sperm or eggs to prevent fertilization, or altering the lining of the uterus to prevent implantation if fertilization occurs.
Important safety information:
72 -Hours may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use 72 -Hours with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you 72 -Hours to it.
72 -Hours is an emergency contraceptive. It should not be used for routine birth control. If you have sexual intercourse after you take 72 -Hours but before you have your next menstrual period, be sure to use an effective form of contraception, such as a diaphragm or condom.
72 -Hours does not protect against HIV infection and other sexually transmitted diseases.
If your normal menstrual period is late by more than 1 week, call your doctor right away.
Diabetes patients - 72 -Hours may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
72 -Hours should not be used in CHILDREN who have not had their first menstrual period; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: 72 -Hours will not end an existing pregnancy. Do not use 72 -Hours if you are pregnant. 72 -Hours is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use 72 -Hours, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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72 -Hours side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Breast tenderness; changes in menstrual flow; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; nausea; stomach pain; tiredness; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; severe and persistent lower stomach pain; spotting instead of your usual period.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can 72 -Hours be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take 72 -Hours?
Use 72 -Hours as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
An extra patient leaflet is available with 72 -Hours. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
Take 72 -Hours as soon as possible within 72 hours after suspected birth control failure or after you have unprotected sexual intercourse. Follow the directions provided by your doctor.
72 -Hours can be used any time during the menstrual cycle.
If vomiting occurs within 2 hours after taking 72 -Hours, talk with your health care provider to discuss whether to repeat that dose.
A physical exam is not needed before taking 72 -Hours. If you are unsure about your general health or pregnancy status, a follow-up physical or pelvic exam may be needed after taking 72 -Hours.
If you miss a dose of 72 -Hours, contact your doctor right away.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use 72 -Hours.
Who should not take 72 -Hours?
Some medical conditions may interact with 72 -Hours. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of ectopic pregnancy or you are premenstrual
if you have diabetes
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with 72 -Hours. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Lamotrigine because its effectiveness is decreased, and when 72 -Hours is stopped, toxic effects, such as nausea, dizziness, and vision problems may occur
Antifungals, aprepitant, barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital), bosentan, carbamazepine, felbamate, griseofulvin, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, indinavir), hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), modafinil, nevirapine, oxcarbazepine, penicillins (eg, amoxicillin), rifampin, rufinamide, St. John's wort, tetracyclines (eg, doxycycline), topiramate, or troglitazone because they may decrease levonorgestrel's effectiveness
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because their actions and the risk of their side effects may be increased or decreased by 72 -Hours
Beta-adrenergic blockers (eg, metoprolol), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), selegiline, theophylline, or troleandomycin because their actions and the risk of their side effects may be increased by 72 -Hours
Valproic acid because its effectiveness may be decreased by 72 -Hours
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if 72 -Hours may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can 72 -Hours be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can 72 -Hours be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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