Indications & Uses
5X is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Ulipristal Acetate is a synthetic SPRM that you take by mouth. It works by binding strongly to the human progesterone receptor. Its main action is to stop or delay ovulation. The data show that, even when a woman takes Ulipristal Acetate just before ovulation is due, it can hold back follicular rupture in some women.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Take one 30 mg tablet of Ulipristal Acetate as soon as you can, and no later than 120 hours after unprotected intercourse or a contraceptive failure. You can take it with or without food. If you vomit within 3 hours of taking the tablet, you need to take another tablet. Ulipristal Acetate can be taken at any time of the menstrual cycle.
Side Effects
The most common side effects of Ulipristal Acetate are headache, nausea, abdominal pain, painful periods (dysmenorrhea), tiredness, dizziness and breast tenderness, among others.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Existing Pregnancy Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception] is not meant to end an existing pregnancy. Ectopic Pregnancy A history of ectopic pregnancy is not a contraindication to using this emergency contraceptive method. Repeated Use This medicine is for occasional use as an emergency contraceptive, and it should not replace a regular method of contraception. Repeated use within the same menstrual cycle is not recommended, because the safety and efficacy of repeat use within the same cycle have not been evaluated. Fertility Following Use Fertility is likely to return rapidly following treatment with Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception]. So, to prevent pregnancy from a later episode of sexual intercourse, use a barrier method (for example, a condom). Effect on Menstrual Cycle After taking the medicine, menses sometimes come a few days earlier or later than expected. In clinical trials, cycle length increased by a mean of 2.5 days but returned to normal in the next cycle. 7% of subjects reported menses more than 7 days earlier than expected, and 19% reported a delay of more than 7 days. If the expected menses are delayed beyond 1 week, a pregnancy test should be performed. 9% of the women studied reported intermenstrual bleeding after use.
Contraindications
Don't give Ulipristal Acetate to anyone who is hypersensitive to the active substance, and don't use it in pregnancy.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Ulipristal Acetate must not be used when pregnancy is suspected or already confirmed. The medicine passes into breast milk, so a mother shouldn't breastfeed for one week after taking it. Very little data is available on the health of a fetus or newborn that has been exposed to Ulipristal acetate.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Use in Special Populations
Children and Adolescents: There's only limited safety and efficacy data for women under 18 years old using Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception].
Hepatic Impairment: No studies have been done to look at how liver disease affects the way Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception] is handled in the body.
Renal Impairment: No studies have been done to look at how kidney disease affects the way Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception] is handled in the body.
Overdose
There isn't much experience with Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception] overdose. In one clinical study, a small number of subjects were given a single dose equal to four times the usual dose, and none of them had any adverse reactions.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Keep Ulipristal Acetate in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Don't freeze it. Store it where children can't reach it.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about 5X 30 mg
What is 5X 30 mg Tablet?
5X 30 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception]. It is made by Renata PLC. It belongs to the Drugs acting on the Uterus group of medicines.
What is 5X used for?
5X is used for: Contraception.
What are the side effects of 5X?
The most common side effects of Ulipristal Acetate are headache, nausea, abdominal pain, painful periods (dysmenorrhea), tiredness, dizziness and breast tenderness, among others.
Can I take 5X during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Ulipristal Acetate must not be used when pregnancy is suspected or already confirmed. The medicine passes into breast milk, so a mother shouldn't breastfeed for one week after taking it. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much 5X?
There isn't much experience with Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception] overdose. In one clinical study, a small number of subjects were given a single dose equal to four times the usual dose, and none of them had any adverse reactions. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store 5X?
Keep Ulipristal Acetate in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Don't freeze it.
Can I take other medicines with 5X?
Some medicines can interact with Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception], for example: Carbamazepine, Rifampicin, Itraconazole, Ketoconazole, Phenobarbital. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for 5X?
5X is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.