Opcicon One-Step
Generic name:levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive [ LEE-voe-nor-jes-trel ]
Brand names: AfterPill, BionaFem, EContra EZ, Fallback Solo, Morning After,
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Drug class:Contraceptives
What is Opcicon One-Step?
Opcicon One-Step is used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or failure of other forms of birth control (such as condom breakage, or missing 2 or more birth control pills).
Opcicon One-Step may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Opcicon One-Step will not terminate pregnancy if the fertilized egg has already attached to the uterus.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking levonorgestrel if you regularly use medication for seizures, tuberculosis, or HIV/AIDS. Certain other medicines can make levonorgestrel less effective.
Before taking this medicine
Opcicon One-Step is not intended for use as a routine form of birth control. Talk with your doctor about the many forms of birth control available.
Do not use this medicine if you are already pregnant. Opcicon One-Step will not terminate a pregnancy that has already begun (the fertilized egg has attached to the uterus).
Not approved for use by anyone younger than 17 years old.
You should not use levonorgestrel if you are allergic to it.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking levonorgestrel if you regularly use medication for seizures, tuberculosis, or HIV/AIDS. Certain medications can make levonorgestrel less effective as an emergency form of contraception.
Levonorgestrel may slow breast milk production. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
How should I take Opcicon One-Step?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Opcicon One-Step must be taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex (no later than 72 hours afterward).
Call your doctor right away if you vomit within 2 hours after taking Opcicon One-Step. Do not take a second dose without first asking your doctor.
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