i-pill Tablet (Levonorgestrel 1.5mg)

i-pill Tablet

Ipill 1.5 MG Tablet belongs to the category of progestins. It is used as an emergency contraceptive. This medicine helps in preventing pregnancy if taken within 72 hours of an unprotected intercourse or failure of the usual method of contraception.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ipill 1.5 MG Tablet
My Pal 1.5 MG Tablet
Pfizer Ltd.
Niel-72 1.5 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd.
Sirf Ek 1.5 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
GESTAREST 72 TABLET
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
OC 21 TABLET
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ipill 1.5 MG Tablet
Difficulty in breathing
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Severe abdominal pain
Heavy menstrual bleeding
Spotting or bleeding between periods
Nausea and Vomiting
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Dizziness
Breast pain and tenderness
Change in libido
Diarrhea
Blood clot formation
Stroke

Uses of Ipill 1.5 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Emergency contraception
This medicine is used for the prevention of unwanted pregnancies. The oral tablet has to be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex.
Long term contraception
This medicine is also used in the form of vaginal insert or slow release oral tablets for long term prevention of pregnancies.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to levonorgestrel or any other component present along with it.
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
This medicine is not recommended for use if the patient has episodes of abnormal bleeding from the vagina.
Breast cancer
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have/had breast cancer.
Stroke
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have had a bleeding disorder of the brain or have suffered from stroke recently.
Blood clotting disorder
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a blood clotting disorder.
Porphyria
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have this rare genetic disorder of the blood and lymphatic system.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in near future. This medicine should be taken only after chances of being pregnant are ruled out.
Breast-feeding
This medicine can be used by women who are breastfeeding if the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved with use. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Use of the medicine
This medicine is effective if taken at the earliest. It should be taken within 72 hours of having unprotected sex or contraception failure. It should not be used as an emergency contraceptive and not as a routine birth control method.
Existing pregnancy
This medicine should not be used if you are already pregnant or planning a pregnancy in near future. Chances of a pre-existing pregnancy should be ruled out before taking this medicine.
Effect on menstrual cycle
Use of this medicine can impact the onset and duration of the menstrual period after use. It may also make the bleeding light or heavy. Any unusual effect of this medicine that lasts for more than 5 days should be reported to the doctor.
Sexually transmitted disease
This medicine will not provide any protection against diseases that transmits via sexual contact.
Use of contraception after uptake
Use of this medicine is followed by certain changes that increase the chances of getting pregnant. It is advised to practice safe sex or other means of contraception until the start of next periods.
Dizziness and tiredness
Use of this medicine can cause mild to moderate levels of dizziness and tiredness. Do not drive or operate any machinery after taking this medicine.
Weight gain
Use of this medicine can cause moderate to significant weight gain and hence should be used with caution if you are obese or are suffering from obesity related disorders.
Surgeries
This medicine should not be taken or use should be discontinued (for long-term contraception) four weeks before the surgical process is due.
Infections
Use of this medicine, especially for a prolonged duration, may increase the chances of getting an infection. Any instance of infection after use of this medicine should be reported to the doctor.
Liver/Kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an impaired liver/kidney function. The use of this medicine should be discontinued if symptoms like jaundice, edema occur.
Ectopic pregnancies
Use of this medicine can cause fertilization of the egg outside the uterus (Ectopic pregnancy). Patients should be monitored for ectopic pregnancies if the intended use of this medicine is long-term.
Cancer
Use of this medicine may increase the chances of cancer of the breast and the ovaries. It should not be used if the patient has a history of cancer or currently has one.
Depression
Use of this medicine has been associated with an increase in the symptoms of depression and hence should be used with caution in patients who are currently suffering or have suffered in past from depression.
Diabetes
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from diabetes or are exposed to the risk factors. You are advised to have a more frequent monitoring of the blood sugar levels while taking this medicine.
Other diseases
Report the incidence of diseases like asthma, epilepsy, migraine, diseases of the heart and blood vessels etc to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Other medicines
This medicine is known to interact with many medicines that you might possibly be taking. Report the use of all medicines including herbs and supplements to the doctor.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Contact your doctor immediately if you miss a scheduled dose of a multi-dose therapy with this medicine.
Overdose
Contact your doctor if an overdose with this is medicine is suspected.

General Instructions

Take Ipill 1.5 MG Tablet as instructed by the doctor. For emergency contraception, this medicine should be taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex or suspected contraception failure. For long term contraception and other purposes