Overview of Ellaone 30mg and Levonorgestrel 1.5mg Emergency Contraception
Ellaone 30mg Emergency Contraception is a medication used for personal care. This medicine contains a substance which belongs to the family of progesterone receptor modulators. It prevents progesterone from acting by attaching itself to its receptors.
Composition and Active Ingredients
Regarding specific formulations, Levonorgestrel is a synthetic progestin, which is the active ingredient in the medication. Each tablet typically contains 1.5 mg of Levonorgestrel.
Indications and Usage
Indications: Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg is used as an emergency contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse or contraceptive failure (e.g., condom breakage, missed contraceptive pills, etc.). It should be taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex, ideally within 72 hours (3 days), though it may still be somewhat effective up to 120 hours (5 days) after intercourse.
Recommended Dosage
The recommended dosage of Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg is a single oral dose of 1.5 mg, taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure, ideally within 72 hours (3 days).
Product Identification and Classification
To ensure proper identification, the following codes are used:
- DDC Code: 6764-223603-1171
- HAAD Code: EN2-A075-06586-01
Product Data Summary
| Medication | Active Ingredient / Family | Standard Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Ellaone | Progesterone receptor modulators | 30mg |
| Levonorgestrel | Synthetic progestin | 1.5 mg |