Femilevo 0,75 mg/ 1,50 mg Tablets.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 18 January 2022
Clinical Summary
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Indication
Emergency contraception within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.
Dosage (summary)
FEMILEVO 0.75 mg: 2 tablets; FEMILEVO 1.5 mg: 1 tablet, taken as soon as possible within 72 hours.
Special Populations
- Not recommended in children
- Obese women may have reduced efficacy
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not for use in pregnancy; minimal transfer to breast milk; avoid nursing for 6 hours post-dose.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampicin, phenytoin)
- Antibiotics may reduce efficacy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to levonorgestrel
- Severe hepatic insufficiency
- Pregnancy
- Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
Common side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Lower abdominal pain
- Fatigue
Counselling Points
- Use as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse
- Consider regular contraception after use
- Consult if no menstruation occurs within 5 days
Serious warnings
- Not a regular contraceptive method
- Risk of ectopic pregnancy
- Mood changes and depression
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