i-Pill Tablet
Product Description: i-Pill is an oral emergency contraceptive pill used to prevent pregnancy. It is most effective when taken shortly after unprotected intercourse or contraceptive failure.
Key Features:
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Emergency Contraceptive: Designed to be used as a backup method of contraception to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive mishaps.
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Timing: Most effective when taken within 72 hours (3 days)
Active Ingredient:
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Levonorgestrel: The active ingredient in i-Pill, a synthetic progestin hormone that works to inhibit ovulation, alter the cervical mucus to prevent sperm from reaching the egg, and potentially alter the endometrium to prevent implantation.
Dosage and Administration:
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Dosage: Typically, one tablet should be taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse. The effectiveness is highest if taken within 72 hours but can be taken up to 120 hours after the incident.
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Administration: Swallow the tablet whole with water. It does not require food and should be taken as soon as possible after the incident.
Effectiveness:
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Timing: The sooner the pill is taken, the more effective it is. It is not intended for regular contraception and is less effective the later it is taken within the 120-hour window.
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Efficacy: Generally, the effectiveness ranges from 52% to 94% depending on how quickly the pill is taken after unprotected sex.
Side Effects:
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Common: Nausea, vomiting, fatigue, headache, dizziness, breast tenderness, and changes in menstrual bleeding patterns (e.g., spotting or a delayed period).
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Rare: Severe allergic reactions or significant changes in menstrual cycle. If vomiting occurs within 2 hours of taking the pill, a second dose may be required.
Precautions:
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Not for Regular Use: i-Pill is intended for emergency use only and should not be used as a regular form of contraception.
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Pregnancy Testing: If the menstrual period is more than a week late after taking the pill, a pregnancy test should be conducted to confirm that pregnancy has not occurred.
Packaging:
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Form: Comes in a blister pack or box containing one tablet.
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Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
Consultation:
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Healthcare Provider: It is advisable to consult a healthcare provider or pharmacist for personalized advice, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or if you are taking other medications.
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