LoviOne Emergency Contraception "The Morning After Pill" - 1.5mg Levonorgestrel Tablet

Buy LoviOne Emergency Contraception 1.5mg Levonorgestrel Tablet

The LoviOne Emergency Contraception 1.5mg Levonorgestrel Tablet is an emergency oral contraceptive pill. 

It is 99% effective at preventing pregnancy when it is taken within 24 hours of unprotected sex; when taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex, it is 84% effective.

LoviOne does not interfere with your regular method of contraception. 

 

How LoviOne Emergency Contraception 1.5mg Levonorgestrel Tablet works

The active ingredient in LoviOne is levonorgestrel. It is a synthetic version of the hormone progesterone which is produced by the ovaries. 

Levonorgestrel is believed to stop or delay ovulation. It can also stop sperm from fertilising an egg if it has already been released. 

 

Directions

Always take this product exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. 

Take the tablet as soon as possible after unprotected sex or when your contraception method has failed. Take the tablet preferably within 12 hours and no later than 72 hours.

 

Side effects

Like all medicines, LoviOne Emergency Contraception may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include: 

 

• Headaches 
• Nausea 
• Lower abdominal pain
• Tender breasts 
• Feeling dizzy
• Diarrhoea

 

If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

 

Serious side effects

Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. 

 

Warnings

LoviOne Emergency Contraception may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take this tablet if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:

 

• You have a previous history of infection or inflammation of the fallopian tubes or ectopic pregnancy
• You have severe liver problems
• You have disease of the small bowel e.g. Crohn's disease 

 

This medication contains lactose.

 

Using/taking other medicines

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any medication. 

 

If you have used any of the following medications in the last 4 weeks this can cause LoviOne to be less effective:

 

• Barbiturates and other epilepsy medications 
• Medicines used to treat tuberculosis
• Medicines used in HIV infection 
• Medicines used to treat fungal infections 
• Herbal remedies containing St John’s wort 

 

Age restrictions 

LoviOne is suitable for ages 16 and over. You can only purchase this product from Chemist4U if you are over 18.

 

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine. 

LoviOne will not work if you are already pregnant. It cannot be used as an abortion medicine. 

Levonorgestrel can be secreted in your breast milk. You should take the tablet immediately after breastfeeding and avoid breastfeeding for at least 8 hours following taking LoviOne.

 

Storage information

Store in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

 

Important information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.