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Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet
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Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet

Manufactured byMorepen Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsLevonorgestrel
Description
Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is an emergency contraceptive. It is used in the prevention of pregnancy following unprotected sexual intercourse. It is also used in case of known or suspected contraceptive failure. It works by suppressing the release of ova (eggs) from the ovary (the female reproductive organ in which eggs are produced), thus preventing the fertilization of the egg with the sperm. Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet shows common side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, stomach upset, irregular periods, or breast soreness. These side effects usually subside with time. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor for further assistance. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines while taking this medication, as it can cause dizziness, weakness, or tiredness. Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food. It should be taken within 72 hours after unprotected sexual intercourse as it may not be effective after the given time frame. Do not take the tablet on a regular basis. Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. It is not recommended if you have a known or suspected pregnancy, abnormal uterine bleeding, liver tumours, intracranial hypertension (increased pressure around the brain), thromboembolic condition (presence of blood clots in the veins), breast cancer, or liver conditions. Also, inform your doctor if you have other medical conditions and about your ongoing medications. Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. It can pass into breast milk in small amounts. Hence, consult your doctor before taking the medicine while breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet

  • Stomach pain
  • Irregular periods
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Breast pain and tenderness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache

Uses of Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Emergency contraception
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time at which Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet starts working is clinically not established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is effective if taken within 72 hours of unprotected sexual intercourse.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in near future. This medicine should be taken only after chances of being pregnant are ruled out.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet should be used while breastfeeding only upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid taking Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Abnormal vaginal bleeding

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have episodes of abnormal bleeding from the vagina.

Breast cancer

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have or have had breast cancer.

Liver Tumours

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have or have had liver tumours.

Intracranial Hypertension

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have intracranial hypertension (increased pressure around the brain).

Thromboembolic condition

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have thromboembolic conditions (presence of blood clots in the veins).

Known or suspected pregnancy

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a known or suspected pregnancy.

Liver Disease

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have liver problems, as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in near future. This medicine should be taken only after chances of being pregnant are ruled out.

Breast-feeding

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet should be used while breastfeeding only upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Effective use of this medicine

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is effective if taken at the earliest. It should be taken within 72 hours of having unprotected sex or contraception failure. It should not be used as a routine birth control method.

Effect on menstrual cycle

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet can impact the onset and duration of periods after use. It may also cause heavy or light menstrual bleeding. Any unusual effect of this medicine that lasts for more than five days should be reported to the doctor.

Sexually transmitted disease

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet does not provide any protection against sexually transmitted diseases.

Use of contraception after uptake

Use of Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is followed by certain changes that may increase the chances of getting pregnant. It is advised to use effective birth control methods until the start of the next period.

Dizziness and tiredness

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet can cause dizziness and tiredness in some cases. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines if you experience such symptoms.

Weight gain

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution as it can cause moderate to significant weight gain.

Ectopic pregnancies

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet can cause ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy in which the foetus develops outside your womb). Hence contact your doctor if you become pregnant.

Depression

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet has been associated with an increase in the symptoms of depression. Hence it should be used with caution if you have a history of depression.

Other medicines

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet may interact with certain medicines and cause undesired effects. Hence inform your doctor about all your current medicines, including herbs and supplements, before beginning the treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet is usually intended for one-time use, so the chances of missing a dose are unlikely. However, if you are taking this medicine in two divided doses, do not forget to take the second dose. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If the delay is more than 72 hours, there is a chance that you might get pregnant. Consult your doctor in such cases.

Overdose

Do not take more than the recommended dose of Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet. Consult your doctor in case of an overdose of this medicine.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Griseofulvin

Phenytoin

Tranexamic Acid

Disease interactions

Fluid retention and oedema

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have oedema (swelling caused by excess accumulation of fluid in your body's tissues). Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Visual Defect/Disturbance

Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have ocular (eye) problems as this medicine may cause retinal thrombosis (blood clots in the veins of the eye). Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.
Food interactions
Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while taking Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet as it may increase the blood levels of this medicine.
Lab interactions

Thyroid function tests

Use of this Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet can potentially interfere with thyroid function tests and give false values. Report the use of this medicine to the doctor before undergoing a thyroid function test.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it as a whole with an adequate amount of water. Take the tablet within 72 hours of unprotected sex. It should not be used as a routine birth control method. If you vomit within two hours of taking the tablet, take another pill as soon as possible. Vomiting can decrease the effectiveness of the medicine. The medicine is not 100% effective in preventing pregnancy and does not work if pregnancy has already occurred. Consult your doctor if your period is delayed for more than seven days. Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Hence use condoms to protect yourself and your partner against STDs.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Option 72 1.5 MG Tablet works by preventing the fertilization of the egg with the sperm.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Contraceptives, Progestins

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/021045s016lbl.pdf

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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539737/#:~:text=Combined%20ethinylestradiol%20and%20levonorgestrel%20is%20pregnancy%20category%20X.
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