How To Use Unwanted 72

How To Use Unwanted 72

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Unwanted 72 is an emergency contraceptive used by women to prevent pregnancy after birth control failures such as a broken condom or unprotected sex. Get to know how Unwanted 72 works, its side effects, precautions, and contraindications where Unwanted 72 is not suggested.

Overview

It is effective in preventing pregnancy if taken within the first 72 (3 days) hours of unprotected intercourse. However, it is recommended that it should be taken only when your primary contraceptive measure fails. Unwanted 72 is manufactured and marketed by Mankind Pharma Ltd. These tablets are available in the packaging on one tablet per strip.

Unwanted 72 – Composition and Active Ingredients

Unwanted 72 contains Levonorgestrel as an active ingredient. It contains Levonorgestrel in the strength of 0.75 mg per tablet. Levonorgestrel is a hormonal contraceptive used to prevent pregnancy within 72 hours (3 days) of unprotected sex.

How does Unwanted 72 work?

Levonorgestrel stops the processes of the LH (Luteinizing hormone) and Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) which are responsible for the development of the egg. These hormones also prepare the womb for the implantation of the egg in the wall of the uterus. Unwanted 72 tablet is ineffective if the pregnancy is established.

During the timeframe of 72 (3days) hours from sexual intercourse, Unwanted 72 is capable of stopping all the following processes and prevents an unwanted pregnancy.

• It may stop an egg being released from the ovary

• If an egg has been released, Unwanted 72 may prevent sperm from fertilizing it

• If the egg is already fertilized, it may prevent it from attaching itself to the lining of the womb. It is important to note that pregnancy is established only after the fertilized egg attaches itself to the womb.

Unwanted 72 tablet uses and benefits

Unwanted 72 tablets used for the prevention of unwanted pregnancies. The oral tablet has to be taken within 72 hours (3days) of unprotected sex.

Long-term contraception

Unwanted 72 tablets also used in the form of a vaginal insert or slow release oral medicines for long-term prevention of pregnancies up to 3 years.

Unwanted 72 tablets also used for:

• Reduces or stops the short-term changes of menopause

• Hormonal contraception

• Hormonal contraceptive

Side effects of Unwanted 72 tablets

Unwanted 72 tablet rarely has any adverse effects on the body. Side-effects are not life-threatening usually mild to moderate. Some of the commonly reported side-effects are listed below:

• Delayed menstruation

• Fatigue

• Dizziness

• Breast tenderness

• Headache

• Spotting or vaginal bleeding before the date of menses

• Nasal congestion

• Muscle cramps

• Flu-like symptoms

• Body aches

• Joint pains

• Upset stomach, bloating, Diarrhea, cramps, and rarely vomiting.

Important note – Unwanted 72 should only be used as an Emergency contraception and should not be used on the regular basis. Prolonged or frequent use can cause serious health issues such as:

• Irregular and painful menstruation

• Ectopic pregnancy

• Skin allergies

• Prominent hair loss

• Infection in ear, nose, and throat

• Hormonal imbalance

• Damaged ovaries

Contraindications for Unwanted 72

Unwanted 72 tablets are contraindicated in following conditions:

Allergy

Unwanted 72 is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to its active ingredient levonorgestrel.

Breast cancer

Unwanted 72 is not recommended for use if you have/had breast cancer.

Abnormal vaginal bleeding

Unwanted 72 tablets are not prescribed for use if the patient has episodes of abnormal bleeding from the vagina.

Blood clotting disorder

Unwanted 72 is not recommended for use if you have a blood clotting disorder.

Stroke

Unwanted 72 is not recommended for use if you have had a bleeding disorder of the brain or have suffered a stroke recently.

Porphyria

Unwanted 72 tablets are not prescribed for use if you have this rare genetic disorder of the blood and lymphatic system.

Unwanted 72 tablet Dosage

1 tablet should be taken with a glass of water, preferably after eating something, within 10 to 72 hours of unprotected intercourse and not later than that.

Effectiveness of Unwanted 72 tablet

If you take this tablet within 24 hours of having unprotected intercourse it has 95% chances to terminate the pregnancy. The effect of the drug can vary as per the delay in consumption of the medicine. If taken within:

• 24 hours – up to 95% effective

• 24 to 48 hours – up to 85% effective

• 48 to 72 hours – up to 58% effective

Precautions while taking Unwanted 72

Before using Unwanted 72, inform your doctor about your current list of drugs, over the counter products (protein supplements, vitamins, herbal supplements), pre-existing diseases, allergies and current health conditions (upcoming surgery, pregnancy). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side effects of the drug. Take as directed by your physician or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your gynecologist if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

• If more than 72 hours (3days) have passed since the unprotected intercourse

• If you had a heart attack, stroke, and issue blood clots in the past

• If suffering from vaginal bleeding (undiagnosed)

• If you have vessel damages due to diabetes

• If the patient is already pregnant

• If you are allergic to Unwanted 72 or Levonorgestrel

• If you are suffering from or had Breast Cancer

• If you are a patient of High BP

Unwanted 72 – Drug Interactions

If you use other medicines or OTC (over the counter) products at the same time, the effects of Unwanted 72 may change. This may increase your risk of side effects or cause your medications not to work properly. Tell your physician about all the medicines, herbal supplements, and vitamins you are using, so that your physician can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Unwanted 72 tablets may interact with the following drugs and products:

• Bosentan

• Barbiturates

• Carbamazepine

• Griseofulvin

• Felbamate

• Oxcarbazepine

Substitutes for Unwanted 72 Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength, and form as Unwanted 72 and hence can be used as its substitute:

• Instafree 72 Tablet – Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• i-Pill Tablet – Piramal Healthcare Limited

• Niel 72 Tablet – Lupin Ltd

• Nowill 1.5mg Tablet – Zee Laboratories

• X-Out 1.5mg Tablet – Depsons Healthcare

• Suvida 1.5mg Tablet – Eskag Pharma Pvt Ltd