Newchoice EC drug 0.75mg Nam Ha Emergency contraceptive (1 blister x 2 tablets)

Dosage form Box of 1 blister x 2 tablets
Specifications Levonorgestrel

Ingredient

Composition information	Content
Levonorgestrel	0.75mg

Uses

Indications

Newchoice EC is an emergency contraceptive preparation, which can be avoided within 72 hours after the intercourse is not protected. Newchoice EC is an emergency contraceptive used in the following cases:

If there is no contraception when intercourse.

If the contraception has not been reliable,:

Condoms are torn, slid or wrong.

Vaginal barrier or birth control pills are placed in the wrong place, torn or removed early.

Interrupt intercourse failed.

The wrong day of ovulation in case of calendar method.

The IUD is removed or lost.

Forget to use ≥ 03 monthly contraceptive pills.

Rape.

Pharmacology

levonorgestrel is a synthetic progestogen derived from Nortestosteron. When using high doses (0.75mg) will create a feedback reaction (-) that suddenly reduces the level of progesterol levels in the blood inhibiting ovulation.

pharmacokinetics

After taking Levonorgestrel quickly and completely in the digestive tract, not initially metabolized in the liver. Levonorgestrel's bioavailability is almost 100%. In serum, levonorgestrel links with gonada global hepatitis and albumin. Levonorgestrel's most important metabolic path is oxygen, followed by a complex. The speed of clearance may vary many times between individuals; Half of the lifetime elimination of the drug in a stable state is approximately 36 ± 13 hours. Levonorgestrel and metabolites excreted through urine and feces.

Enzyme induction substances in the liver microsom such as rifampicin, phenytoin can increase the metabolism of contraceptive compounds with both estrogen and progestogen, so the blood treatment concentration of these compounds is reduced.

Before taking Newchoice EC drug 0.75mg Nam Ha Emergency contraceptive (1 blister x 2 tablets)

How to use

oral medication.

Dosage

Take 1 NewChoice EC tablet as soon as possible right after intercourse without contraception, or contraceptive method used to be unreliable. It is best within 48 hours and not exceeding 72 hours.

The second tablet after the first tablet 12 hours (not later than 16 hours).

If vomiting within 2 hours after taking the first tablet, you must drink again.

If vomiting within 2 hours after taking the second tablet, you must take the medication again or to see a doctor or pharmacist immediately for instructions.

Note: The above dose is for reference only. Specific dosage depends on the condition and level of progression of the disease. For a suitable dose, you need to consult a doctor or medical specialist.What do

do when overdose? However, if an overdose is detected early for 1 hour and with a large dose that it is recommended to handle it, the stomach can be washed or take an appropriate dose of ipecacuanha. There is no specific antidote and treatment is symptomatic.

What to do when forgetting the dose?

Side Effects

can cause nausea, vomiting.

Hemorrhage occurs after 2-3 days of taking the drug and then stop.

In most cases, a period of menstruation begins as expected or sooner. If this menstrual period is 7 days slower, so go to pregnancy test.

If severe or prolonged bleeding should go to gynecological examination.

Rarely occurs other side effects such as breast mushroom, headache, dizziness, fatigue.

How to handle: Notify the physician unwanted effects when using the drug.

Warnings

Before using the drug you need to read the instructions carefully and refer to the information below.

Contraindicated

Newchoice EC drugs contraindicated in the following cases:

pregnancy or suspicion of pregnancy.

Caution when used

Use very cautious when asthma, heart failure, high blood pressure, migraine, epilepsy, kidney failure, diabetes, hyperglycemia, depression and in cases of thrombosis or stroke.

This preparation is especially used for emergency contraception, which cannot be used regularly.

The ability to drive and operate machinery

The drug does not affect the ability to drive and operate machinery.

Pregnancy

Do not use this drug for pregnant women.

breastfeeding period

Not used for breastfeeding women.

Drug interaction

Simultaneous drugs such as ampicillin, rifampicin, chloramphenicol, neomycin, sulfamid, tetracyclin, barbiturate and phenylbutazol can reduce the contraceptive effectiveness of Newchoice EC.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place, avoid light, temperature below 30⁰C.

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