{"title":"Emergency Hormonal Contraception","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"ellaone","title":"ellaOne","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eellaOne is an emergency contraceptive intended for use within 120 hours (5 days) of unprotected sexual intercourse or contraceptive failure. It is considered the most effective oral emergency contraceptive pill currently available in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe active substance in ellaOne is a synthetic hormone modulator that interacts with progesterone receptors in the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMechanism of Action:\u003c\/b\u003e It works by delaying or suppressing ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary). By postponing this process, it ensures that any sperm present in the reproductive tract are no longer viable by the time an egg is eventually released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnique Efficacy:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike levonorgestrel-based pills (like Ezinelle), ellaOne has been shown to be effective even when the body is about to ovulate—the time of the cycle when the risk of pregnancy is highest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCrucial Note:\u003c\/b\u003e ellaOne is not an \"abortion pill.\" It does not terminate an existing pregnancy. If implantation has already occurred, the medication will not be effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eMain ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eActive Ingredient:\u003c\/b\u003e Ulipristal Acetate 30mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExcipients:\u003c\/b\u003e The tablet contains \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003elactose monohydrate\u003c\/b\u003e, povidone, croscarmellose sodium, and magnesium stearate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAllergy Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e If you have a known intolerance to certain sugars, specifically lactose, please inform your pharmacist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eSide effects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eMost women tolerate ellaOne well, though the hormonal shift can cause temporary symptoms:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVery Common:\u003c\/b\u003e Nausea (feeling sick), abdominal pain or discomfort, and headaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMenstrual Changes:\u003c\/b\u003e Your next period may be a few days early or late. You may also experience spotting or heavier bleeding than usual during your next cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon:\u003c\/b\u003e Dizziness, mood swings, muscle pain (myalgia), and breast tenderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCautions and warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVomiting:\u003c\/b\u003e If you vomit within \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003e3 hours\u003c\/b\u003e of taking ellaOne, the medication may not have been fully absorbed. You must contact your pharmacist or GP immediately, as a second dose will be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSevere Asthma:\u003c\/b\u003e ellaOne is not recommended for women with severe asthma that is treated with oral glucocorticoids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrug Interactions:\u003c\/b\u003e Certain medicines (for epilepsy, HIV, or tuberculosis) and herbal remedies like St John’s Wort can make ellaOne less effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHormonal Contraception:\u003c\/b\u003e Taking ellaOne can temporarily reduce the effectiveness of regular hormonal contraceptives (like the daily Pill). If you take ellaOne, you should wait \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"175\"\u003e5 days\u003c\/b\u003e before restarting your regular hormonal contraception and use a barrier method (condoms) until your next period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreastfeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e It is advised not to breastfeed for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003eone week\u003c\/b\u003e after taking ellaOne. During this time, you should express and discard your breast milk to maintain supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExisting Pregnancy:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not take ellaOne if you are already pregnant or suspect you might be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pharmacy Only","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53747877052756,"sku":"ELLONE1","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/5989\/6404\/files\/EllaOne.webp?v=1784150205"},{"product_id":"levonelle","title":"Levonelle One Step","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLevonelle is a well-established emergency hormonal contraceptive (EHC) used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or a failure in your regular contraceptive method.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e It is most effective the sooner it is ta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eken.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eLevonelle contains a synthetic hormone called levonorgestrel, which is similar to the progesterone found in many regular birth control pills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Window of Efficacy:\u003c\/b\u003e It must be taken within \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003e72 hours\u003c\/b\u003e (3 days) of unprotected sex. It is significantly more effective if taken within the first \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"147\"\u003e12 to 24 hours\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMechanism:\u003c\/b\u003e It works primarily by preventing or delaying the release of an egg from the ovary (ovulation). By the time an egg is eventually released, any sperm present in the reproductive tract will no longer be viable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Levonelle is not an \"abortion pill.\" It will not work if you are already pregnant and will not harm an existing pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eMain ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eActive Ingredient:\u003c\/b\u003e Levonorgestrel 1.5mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExcipients:\u003c\/b\u003e The tablet typically contains \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003elactose monohydrate\u003c\/b\u003e, maize starch, povidone, colloidal anhydrous silica, and magnesium stearate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAllergy Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e As this medication contains \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003elactose\u003c\/b\u003e, patients with a known intolerance to sugars should discuss this with their pharmacist during the consultation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eSide effects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eMost women do not experience serious side effects. However, as it is a concentrated dose of hormones, you may notice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVery Common:\u003c\/b\u003e Nausea (feeling sick), lower abdominal pain, tiredness, and headaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMenstrual Changes:\u003c\/b\u003e Your next period may be earlier, later, or heavier than usual. You might also experience irregular bleeding or spotting until your next cycle starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommon:\u003c\/b\u003e Dizziness, breast tenderness, or diarrhoea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCautions and warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVomiting:\u003c\/b\u003e If you are sick (vomit) within \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003e3 hours\u003c\/b\u003e of taking Levonelle, the tablet may not have been absorbed. You must contact your pharmacist or GP immediately to obtain a replacement dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight\/BMI:\u003c\/b\u003e There is some evidence that Levonelle may be less effective in women with a high BMI (over 26 or those weighing more than 70kg). In these cases, a double dose or a different type of emergency contraception (like the copper IUD or ellaOne) may be recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrug Interactions:\u003c\/b\u003e Certain medicines used for epilepsy, HIV, or tuberculosis, as well as the herbal remedy St John’s Wort, can make Levonelle less effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreastfeeding:\u003c\/b\u003e Levonelle is considered safe for breastfeeding mothers. However, to minimise the amount of hormone the baby receives, it is advised to take the tablet immediately after a feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOngoing Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e Levonelle only protects you for one specific instance of unprotected sex. It does not provide contraceptive cover for the rest of your cycle. You must use a barrier method (like condoms) until your next period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pharmacy Only","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53747877085524,"sku":"LEVONEL1","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/5989\/6404\/files\/levonelle-and-generic-731657811836.webp?v=1784150205"}],"url":"https:\/\/medicosmetic.co.uk\/collections\/emergency-hormonal-contraception.oembed","provider":"Medicosmetic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}