Ulipristal Acetate [For emergency contraception]
Indications
Ulipristal Acetate is used for emergency contraception. You can take it within 120 hours (5 days) of unprotected sexual intercourse, or after a contraceptive has failed.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
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.
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.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.
Side Effects & Interactions
Side Effects
No side-effect data recorded yet.