Levonorgestrel Teva 1.5 mg is an oral emergency contraceptive tablet designed to reduce the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure, when taken as soon as possible and within 72 hours.
- Single-dose 1.5 mg levonorgestrel, a progestogen widely used in emergency contraception with a well-established safety profile.
- Works mainly by delaying or inhibiting ovulation so that an egg is not released and fertilisation is less likely to occur.
- One easy-to-take oral tablet, swallowed with water, with no complex schedule or repeated dosing.
- Suitable as a one-off option for women of childbearing age, including adolescents after their first period, not as a regular contraceptive method.
- Can be considered after condom breakage or slippage, missed contraceptive pills or other suspected failures of usual contraception.
This medicine does not protect against sexually transmitted infections and is not intended for routine contraception. It is an over-the-counter medicine. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Always read the leaflet before use and keep out of the sight and reach of children. If you are unsure, speak to your pharmacist or GP.
