AfterPlan
levonorgestrel · Tablet · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Levonorgestrel, USP 1.5 mg
Purpose
Purpose Emergency contraceptive
Uses
Use for women to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control)
Warnings
Warnings Allergy alert Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to levonorgestrel Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) alert This product does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs. Do not use 1. if you are already pregnant (because it will not work) 2. for regular birth control Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking efavirenz (HIV medication) or rifampin (tuberculosis treatment) or medication for seizures (epilepsy). These medications may reduce the effectiveness of levonorgestrel. When using this product you may have 1. menstrual changes 2. tiredness 3. dizziness 4. nausea 5. headache 6. breast pain 7. lower stomach (abdominal) pain 8. vomiting Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Do not use
Do not use 1. if you are already pregnant (because it will not work) 2. for regular birth control
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking efavirenz (HIV medication) or rifampin (tuberculosis treatment) or medication for seizures (epilepsy). These medications may reduce the effectiveness of levonorgestrel.
When using this product
When using this product you may have 1. menstrual changes 2. tiredness 3. dizziness 4. nausea 5. headache 6. breast pain 7. lower stomach (abdominal) pain 8. vomiting
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Directions
Directions 1. take as soon as possible within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex. The sooner you take it, the better it will work. 2. if you vomit within 2 hours after taking the medication, call a healthcare professional to find out if you should repeat the dose
Other information
Other information 1. read the instructions, warnings, and enclosed product leaflet before use 2. this product works mainly by preventing ovulation (egg release). It may also prevent fertilization of a released egg (joining of sperm and egg) or attachment of a fertilized egg to the uterus (implantation). 3. do not use if carton is open or tear strip is removed or blister seal is broken or missing 4. store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, talc
Questions?
Questions or comments? For more information, call toll free 1-800-818-4555 weekdays
Label text from the FDA structured product label by SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES, INC. (revised Oct 26, 2018). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Levonorgestrel in 1 product
AfterPlan NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62756-723 | Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg/1 Tablet | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES, INC. | ANDA |
Frequently asked questions
What is AfterPlan used for?
Use for women to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control)
Who makes AfterPlan?
AfterPlan is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES, INC..