How Ellaone works - Morning After Pill (5 days)

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The 5-day pill Ellaone has ulipristal acetate in its composition, which is an emergency oral contraceptive that can be taken up to 120 hours, which is equivalent to 5 days, after unprotected intimate contact. This medicine can only be purchased with a prescription.

Ellone is not a contraceptive method that can be used every month to prevent pregnancy, because it contains a large amount of hormones that alter the female menstrual cycle. Although it is effective in most cases, it can be reduced if taken frequently. 

Know the contraceptives available, to avoid taking the morning after pill and prevent pregnancy.

what is it for

Ellaone is indicated to prevent unwanted pregnancy after unprotected sex, done without a condom or any other contraceptive method. The tablet should be taken soon after intimate contact, up to a maximum of 5 days after unprotected intimate contact.

How to use

1 Ellaone tablet should be taken immediately after intimate contact or up to a maximum of 120 hours, which is equivalent to 5 days, after intercourse without a condom or failure of the contraceptive method.

If the woman vomits or has diarrhea within 3 hours of taking this medicine, she should take another tablet as the first tablet may not have had time to take effect.

Possible side effects

Side effects that may occur after taking Ellaone include headache, nausea, abdominal pain, breast tenderness, dizziness, fatigue and dysmenorrhea which is characterized by intense cramping throughout menstruation.

who shouldn't use

This medication is contraindicated in case of pregnancy or allergy to any component of the formula.

frequently asked questions

Does the morning after pill cause miscarriage?

Not. This medicine prevents the implantation of the fertilized egg in the uterus and has no action if this has already happened. In such cases, the pregnancy continues normally, so this medication is not considered an abortifacient.

How is the period after this medicine?

It is possible for menstruation to be darker and heavier than normal due to an increase in the amount of hormones in the bloodstream. Menstruation may also come earlier or later. If the person suspects pregnancy, he should take a test that he buys at the pharmacy.

How to avoid pregnancy after taking this medicine?

After taking this medication, it is advisable to continue taking the contraceptive pill as normal, finishing the pack and also using a condom with each sexual intercourse until menstruation begins.

When can I start taking the birth control pill again?

The first pill of the birth control pill can be taken on the first day of menstruation. If the person was already taking the contraceptive before, they should continue to take it normally.

Ellaone does not work as a regular contraceptive method and therefore if a person has any intercourse after taking this medicine, it may have no effect and pregnancy may occur. To avoid an unwanted pregnancy, you must adopt contraceptive methods that must be used regularly and not only in emergency situations.

Can I breastfeed after taking this medicine?

Ellaone passes through breast milk and, therefore, breastfeeding is not recommended for 7 days after taking it, because no studies have been carried out to prove the safety of the baby's health. The baby may be fed powdered formula or mother's milk that has been expressed and properly frozen before taking this medicine.