
ellaOne is an emergency contraceptive pill containing ulipristal acetate, designed to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. It prevents pregnancy by postponing or stopping the release of an egg, thereby lowering the likelihood of fertilisation.
ellaOne is an emergency contraceptive pill containing ulipristal acetate, designed to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. It works by delaying or preventing ovulation, reducing the chance of fertilisation.
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Some of the common side effects of ellaOne include;
Nausea
Irregular vaginal bleeding
Headache
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Heartburn
Mood swings
Other emergency contraception alternatives to ellaOne include copper IUD and levonorgestrel pills like Levonelle.
What is ellaOne and how does it work?
ellaOne is an emergency contraceptive pill that contains ulipristal acetate. It works by delaying or preventing ovulation, which helps reduce the chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
How soon should ellaOne be taken after unprotected sex?
You should take ellaOne as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours, but it can be effective up to 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected sex.
Can ellaOne be used as regular birth control?
ellaOne, which is also known as ‘the morning after pill’ is used only as an emergency contraceptive and must not be used as regular birth control.
Can ellaOne be taken more than once in the same cycle?
While it's possible, taking ellaOne more than once in the same menstrual cycle is not recommended due to the risks and side-effects involved.
Take one ellaOne tablet as soon as possible after unprotected sex, usually within 5 days.
Take it by mouth with a glass of water.
It can be taken before, after or during a meal.