ellaOne

ellaOne is a contraceptive which is intended to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if your contraceptive method has failed. This includes unprotected sex, if a condom tore or if you did not take your contraceptive pill as directed.

ellaOne contains the substance ulipristal acetate which acts by modifying the activity of the natural hormone progesterone which is necessary for ovulation to occur. As a result, this medicine works by postponing ovulation.

• ellaOne is used by females as an emergency contraceptive option if unprotected sex has occurred
• It should be used as soon as possible after sex to work more effectively, with a maximum of 5 days (120hours)
• ellaOne does not protect against STIs
• ellaOne should not be used as regular contraception

If you are worried about unwanted pregnancies occurring then ellaOne can be an effective drug when taken in a post-unprotected sex capacity.

• ellaOne is used as an emergency contraception within 120 hours (5 days) of unprotected sexual intercourse or contraceptive failure.
• Suitable for women of childbearing age
• Not suitable for anyone who is allergic to any of the ingredients contained in ellaOne

Consult your doctor/pharmacist if any of the following apply to you:
• if you suffer from severe asthma or any asthma related conditions
• if you suffer from liver conditions
• if you are experiencing problems with your periods.

ellaOne is an over-the-counter medication, meaning that you can easily buy it online without the need for a prescription. Always follow the medical advice and read the patient information leaflet provided in the medication packet.

Take one tablet orally as soon as possible and no later than 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. This can be taken at any point during your menstrual cycle and at any time of day.

ellaOne is not intended to be used as a form of regular contraception, but a solution for times when other methods have failed. If you have unprotected sex after taking the tablet, it will not stop you from becoming pregnant, and you should look into other contraception methods.

• Take one tablet by mouth immediately after you have had unprotected sex, and no more than 5 days after this
• The sooner you take the tablet, the more effective it becomes in preventing pregnancy
• Can be taken at any time of the day, with or without food

• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Vomiting
• Painful periods
• Headache
• Breast tenderness
• If you vomit (feel sick, throw up) within 3 hours of taking the tablet, take another tablet as soon as possible.
• If you have unprotected sex after taking the tablet, it will not stop you from becoming pregnant.
• After you take the tablet and until your next period comes, you should use condoms every time you have sex.
• Emergency contraception does not protect against sexually transmitted infections
• If your next period is late after taking ellaOne
• After taking the tablet, it is normal for your next period to be a few days late. However, if your period is more than 7 days late; if it is unusually light or unusually heavy; or if you experience symptoms such as abdominal (stomach) pain, breast tenderness, vomiting or nausea, you may be pregnant. You should do a pregnancy test right away. If you are pregnant, it is important that you see your doctor.