Levonelle 1.5mg tablet

If you have had unprotected sex in the last 3 days or if your regular form of birth control has failed, Levonelle (levonorgestrel) can give you peace of mind and security by dramatically reducing the chances of you becoming pregnant. Levonelle (levonorgestrel) is up to 95% effective at preventing unwanted pregnancy when taken within 24 hours of having unprotected sex. Levonelle (levonorgestrel) can provide you with greater control over your body, allowing you to be sexually active whilst also reducing the risks of you becoming pregnant.

Levonelle (levonorgestrel) also provides additional benefits over other forms of emergency contraception. It allows the concurrent use of the combined oral contraceptive pill just 12 hours after having taken a dose. Unlike its alternatives, Levonelle (levonorgestrel) can also be taken more than once within the same menstrual cycle, providing a considerable advantage should accidents happen more than once, allowing you to be prepared for any situation.

It is important to note that using regular methods of contraception, such as condoms or daily contraceptive pills, are more reliable at preventing pregnancy and you should not rely on emergency contraception alone. Sex should be enjoyed safely and responsibly.

If you are worried about potential future situations where emergency contraception may be required, or just wish to be prepared for any eventuality, Smart Chemist allows you to purchase Levonelle (levonorgestrel) as a standby supply, meaning we can always be there for you when you need us most.

Levonelle (levonorgestrel) is only available as a single dose 1.5mg tablet. 

Levonelle (levonorgestrel) should be taken as a single tablet, swallowed whole with a glass of water, as soon as possible. Levonelle (levonorgestrel) must be taken within a maximum of 72 hours after having unprotected sex, however the sooner it is taken the more effective in will be.

For optimum results of treatment, Levonelle (levonorgestrel) should be taken within the first 12-24 hours following unprotected sex, and taken no later than 72 hours after.

In the unlikely event you feel unwell with vomiting or diarrhoea occurring within three hours of taking Levonelle (levonorgestrel), a further dose should be taken immediately. Please contact one of the Smart Chemist pharmacy team who will be able to assist you further.

After using Levonelle (levonorgestrel), if your next period is more than 5-7 days late you are required to take a pregnancy test as there is a chance you may be pregnant. In such a situation you are advised to consult your doctor or speak to one of our expert Pharmacists. Urgent medical attention would also need to be sought if you begin to experience pain in the lower part of the abdomen.

With any form of emergency contraception we recommend using barrier methods (i.e. condoms) until you start long term contraception, and for 7 days from the commencement of long term contraception.

Emergency contraception does not protect you from the risks of contracting sexually transmitted infections.

If it has already been more than 72 hours since you had unprotected sex, Levonelle (levonorgestrel) is no longer suitable however it is not too late. In such a situation you can purchase ellaOne (ulipristal acetate), available from Smart Chemist, which works at preventing unwanted pregnancy up to 120 hours (5 days) after having unprotected sex. For more information regarding ellaOne click here.

Levonelle (levonorgestrel) is a hormonal contraceptive which works to prevent unwanted pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation. In order for pregnancy to occur, the ovaries need to release an egg (also known as ovulation) which can then be fertilised by a sperm. Emergency contraception with Levonelle (levonorgestrel) works by preventing ovulation and the release of an egg, thereby reducing the chances of fertilisation and pregnancy.

It is important to note that Levonelle (levonorgestrel) is not intended for use as a regular form of contraception.

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Common side effects associated with Levonelle (levonorgestrel) include:

• Abdominal pain
• Headaches
• Nausea and vomiting
• Tiredness and fatigue
• Irregular bleeding
• Spotting

In the unlikely event you feel unwell with vomiting or diarrhoea occurring within three hours of taking Levonelle (levonorgestrel), a further dose should be taken immediately. Please contact one of the Smart Chemist pharmacy team who will be able to assist you further.

After using Levonelle (levonorgestrel), if your next period is more than 5-7 days late you are required to take a pregnancy test as there is a chance you may be pregnant. In such a situation you are advised to consult your doctor or speak to one of our expert Pharmacists. Urgent medical attention would also need to be sought if you begin to experience pain in the lower part of the abdomen.