Indication

WHAT NORLEVO 1.5 MG TABLETS IS AND WHAT IT IS FOR

USED?
NorLevo is an emergency contraception.
What is emergency contraception?

Emergency contraception is a catch-up method that aims to prevent pregnancy after sex
unprotected sex or in case of contraceptive failure.

When to use this emergency contraception?
This emergency contraception should be used as soon as possible, preferably within 12 hours and at the latest within 72 hours (3 days), after unprotected intercourse, or in case of failure.

method of contraception. It is most effective if you take it as soon as possible after unprotected sex. NorLevo can prevent pregnancy only if you take it within 72 hours of

are having unprotected sex. It does not work if you are already pregnant. If you have unprotected sex after taking NorLevo, NorLevo will not prevent pregnancy.

NorLevo has been shown to prevent 52% to 85% of expected pregnancies.

If you suspect that you are pregnant for any of the following reasons:
If you have had sexual intercourse without a contraceptive method;
If you have forgotten to take your contraceptive pill on time;
If your partner’s condom broke, slipped or fell off.
If you are concerned that your IUD has been expelled;
If your contraceptive cap or diaphragm has moved or if you have taken them out too soon.
If you fear that the interrupted intercourse method or the temperature method will fail;

· In the event of rape.

NorLevo works by preventing your ovaries from releasing an egg. It cannot prevent a fertilized egg from attaching to the uterus.

This tablet is for emergency contraception only; it is not a regular method of contraception because it is less effective than the “normal” contraceptive pill (“the pill”).

NorLevo is not indicated for use before the first menstrual bleeding (menarche).

Use
HOW TO TAKE NORLEVO 1.5 MG TABLETS?

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as

indications from your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor or pharmacist.

Take the tablet as soon as possible, preferably within 12 hours, and no later than 72 hours (3 days) after having had unprotected sex. NorLevo can be taken at any time in your

menstrual cycle as long as you are not already pregnant or do not think you may be. Do not chew, but swallow the tablet whole with water. Do not delay taking the tablet. The tablet is more effective when you take it as soon as possible after having had unprotected sex.

– If you are using any of the medicines which can prevent NorLevo from working properly (see section above “Other medicines and NorLevo”) or if you have used any of these medicines in the last 4 weeks, NorLevo may work to less efficient way for you.

Your doctor may prescribe another type of emergency contraceptive (non-hormonal), namely a copper intrauterine device (Cu-IUD). If this is not possible for you or if you cannot see your doctor quickly, you can take a double dose of NorLevo 1.5 mg tablets (i.e. 2 tablets taken simultaneously).

If you are already using a regular method of contraception such as the birth control pill, you can continue to take it at your regular times. If you don’t have your period at the end of the pack, take a pregnancy test to make sure you are not pregnant.

If vomiting occurs within three hours of taking the tablet, take another tablet immediately. Contact your pharmacist or doctor to get another tablet.

After using this emergency contraception, it is strongly recommended to use a local method of contraception (condom, spermicide, cervical cap) until your next period. If another unprotected intercourse takes place after using NorLevo (also if this occurs during the same menstrual cycle), the tablets will not exert their contraceptive effect and there is again a risk of pregnancy. The use of NorLevo does not contraindicate the continuation of regular hormonal contraception.

Your doctor can also talk to you about long-term birth control methods, which are more effective in preventing you from getting pregnant.

If you continue to use a regular hormonal method of birth control, such as the birth control pill, and you miss your period during the pill-free period, see your doctor to make sure you are not pregnant.

Your first period after taking NorLevo After using NorLevo your period is usually normal and will start on the day you expect it;

however, it can happen a few days later or earlier than usual.

If your period is more than 5 days late or unusually light or heavy, or if you think you might be pregnant for any other reason, you should check to see if you are pregnant by taking a pregnancy test. If pregnancy occurs even after taking this medicine, it is important that you consult your doctor.

If you take more NorLevo 1.5 mg tablets than you should No acute toxicity or harmful effects have been demonstrated for this medicine if more than one dose is taken. However, you may feel unwell, be sick (vomiting), or have vaginal bleeding. Ask your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take too much NorLevo, contact your doctor, pharmacist or the Poison Center (070 / 245.245) immediately.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.