Levonorgestrel Vaginal - Levonorgestrel-releasing Intrauterine - Implant Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Levonorgestrel Vaginal
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Levonorgestrel Vaginal Storage Instructions

• Prior to use, store at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Read Before Using Levonorgestrel Vaginal (precautions)

• This medication is not recommended for use if you have any of the following medical conditions.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Not applicable.

Possible Side Effects

• Irregular vaginal bleeding (for example, spotting), cramps, headache, nausea, breast pain, acne, rash, hair loss, or weight gain may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Levonorgestrel Vaginal Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory and/or medical tests (for example, pregnancy tests, physical exams) may be performed to monitor your progress.

Overdose

• Overdose with this medication is not generally suspected because of the way the drug is released from this device.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Medicinal Applications

• This product is a small, flexible device that is placed in the uterus and is used to prevent pregnancy.
• The device works by slowly releasing a hormone (levonorgestrel) and is used in women who desire long-term (up to 5 years) and reversible birth control.
• This product is only intended for use in women who have previously given birth, have only one sexual partner (are monogamous), have no history of certain sexually-related infections/conditions (for example, pelvic inflammatory disease, sexually transmitted disease), or no history of certain problem pregnancy (ectopic).
• For more information, consult your doctor.
• The use of this medication does not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted diseases (for example, HIV, gonorrhea).

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

Usage Instructions

• This product is inserted into your uterus by a properly trained health care professional usually once every 5 years, or as determined by your doctor.
• The medication in the device is slowly released into the body over a 5-year period.
• If birth control is still desired after 5 years, the device may be replaced with a new one.
• If birth control is no longer desired at any time, the device may be removed by a properly trained health care professional.
• Carefully read all of the information provided by your doctor and ask any questions you may have about this product or other type of birth control methods that may be right for you.
• Learn all the instructions on how and when to check this product, its proper positioning in your body, and the risks associated with this product.
• Consult your doctor.