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Contraceptive after unprotected intercourse for 72. Name of abortion pills. Combined oral contraceptives - urgently

In the work brought to your attention, we will look at pills against pregnancy after unprotected intercourse. Let's start with the fact that unwanted pregnancy is a fairly common phenomenon in our country. At the same time, the girl’s position in society does not matter at all.

Sociologists have noted that half of pregnancies in Russia are unplanned. And a quarter of all cases are perceived by future parents as extremely undesirable. Very often, women resort to artificial abortion (medical or surgical). In order not to resort to the help of a gynecologist, it is necessary to properly protect yourself. If this is not taken into account, then there are pills against pregnancy after unprotected intercourse, the names of which we will consider in the article.

What medications can be used?

Anything can happen in our lives, but unfortunately, only a few people remember about safe sex. Please note that it is simply necessary to protect yourself with unstable partners. This will protect you not only from unwanted pregnancy, but also from a host of infections that can be transmitted from a partner. In this case, we are talking about condoms, which are a barrier to infection from both women and men.

Taking birth control pills after unprotected intercourse will only prevent unplanned pregnancy. This method of contraception can only be used with a regular sexual partner in whom you are confident. A woman who does not use protection during sex and does not plan to give birth to a child in the near future is simply obliged to always have medications with her that can prevent pregnancy, since this event is not currently desired.

We will look at which birth control pills to take after unprotected intercourse a little later. Now it is worth noting that any medication, if used incorrectly or for a long time, can be harmful to health. Be sure to read the instructions before use (duration and regularity of use, dosage and side effects, composition of the drug - to avoid the occurrence of allergies).

Oral contraceptives should be used with great caution. To exclude side effects and health problems, you should contact a specialist so that he can select the drug that is the least dangerous and most suitable for you.

Anti-pregnancy pills after unprotected intercourse are an emergency measure to prevent an undesirable phenomenon. To avoid pregnancy, you must take a special drug as soon as possible. Please note that these medications cannot be taken continuously. Be sure to monitor your menstrual cycle: there are days that are unfavorable for conception, during these periods you can avoid taking the drug. We are talking about days: from 5th to 7th and from 16th to 28th. This example is given for a menstrual cycle of twenty-eight days, assuming it is constant. If your menstrual cycle is inconsistent, then this method of contraception will not suit you. With this problem, you should definitely contact a gynecologist to find out the cause of this phenomenon.

When choosing an emergency contraceptive drug, pay attention to the following points:

  • contraindications;
  • application diagram;
  • duration of use;
  • regularity;
  • compound.

All this will help you avoid unpleasant consequences after use. Please also note that this method is effective only in the very early stages. That is, the sooner you take the pill, the less chance you have of getting pregnant. For example, if you take the drug within a few hours after intercourse, then the chance of pregnancy is 5%, but by the third day this figure increases to 45%.

If you take a pill during the day?

Pills after unprotected intercourse against pregnancy, the names of which will be presented in this section of the article, help if they are used within 24 hours after sex on days favorable for conception. Please note that there are drugs that need to be taken once, but there are also those that should be taken according to a regimen for several days. For this reason, be sure to pay attention to the method of application and dosage. If you take a birth control pill after unprotected intercourse, the chance of preventing an unfavorable pregnancy is more than ninety percent.

Now we will present to your attention a number of drugs recommended by gynecologists throughout Russia. These medicines include:

  • "Ovidon".
  • "Non-Ovlon."
  • "Ministison."
  • "Rigividon".
  • Marvelon.

Be sure to pay attention to the number of tablets you should take. For the first two drugs presented above, the dosage is two tablets, for the next two - three tablets, and for Marvelon the dosage is four tablets. Taking more than the prescribed amount is highly not recommended to prevent unpleasant consequences.

There are also some anti-pregnancy pills after unprotected intercourse that should be taken within twenty-four hours. These include drugs based on levonorgestrel or mifepristone. For emergency use, you can use the following medications:

  • "Eskinor F".
  • "Postinor".
  • "Escapelle".
  • "Mifetin."
  • "Mytholian".
  • "Gynepristone."
  • "Genale".

Tablets against pregnancy after unprotected intercourse “Postinor”, ​​“Eskinor F” and “Escapelle” contain levonorgestrel as the main component. Now we will look at the effect of the drugs. It is based on the fact that the efficiency of the uterus, which produces less hormones than is needed for fertilization, decreases. As a result, the fertilized egg cannot reach the uterus and dies. If she nevertheless reaches it, then the drug affects the state of the endometrium, as a result of which the fixation of the egg in the uterine cavity becomes impossible.

The main component of the next three drugs on our list is mifepristone. This substance can cause uterine contractions and changes in the endometrium. These are new generation drugs; if you take one tablet, the egg will not be able to gain a foothold in the uterine cavity and will come out.

In any case, you should not use these medications frequently, so as not to cause harm to health and not harm the functions of the ovaries, which can subsequently lead to infertility.

Combined oral contraceptives (COCs)

What other pills exist against pregnancy after unprotected intercourse? In this section, you will learn about combined oral contraceptives, which are called COCs for short. These drugs contain a very large dosage of the hormone progestogen and estrogen. When taking these medications, you should strictly follow the dosage and regimen. Long-term and uncontrolled use of hormonal drugs brings with it a whole list of serious problems that will affect reproductive function.

They act as follows: the endometrium is rejected, so the fertilized egg cannot implant in the uterine cavity. Be sure to take COCs very responsibly, because their action can cause bleeding.

  • "Ovidon".
  • "Non-Ovlon."
  • "Silest".
  • "Rigevidon".

Tablets after unprotected intercourse against pregnancy, the names of which are presented above, belong to the COC group. Please note that there are several contraindications to taking these medications. If you are diagnosed with at least one of them, then you should stop taking COCs. Contraindications include:

  • thrombosis or a high probability of occurrence of this disease;
  • congenital thrombophilia;
  • stroke;
  • cardiac ischemia;
  • arterial hypertension;
  • atrial fibrillation;
  • septic endocarditis;
  • age over thirty years (there is a possibility of developing cardiovascular diseases);
  • smoking;
  • diabetes;
  • hypertension;
  • presence of viral hepatitis;
  • cirrhosis of the liver;
  • liver tumor;
  • migraine;
  • diabetes mellitus that lasts more than twenty years;
  • breast cancer (this includes cases where the diagnosis is confirmed or only suspected);
  • lactation period;
  • pregnancy.

In all of the above cases, the use of COC drugs is strictly prohibited.

We have discussed how to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse with a COC tablet, now let’s talk a little about returning the proper functioning of the ovaries and the return of reproductive ability.

In 90% of cases, women were able to become pregnant within a year after stopping taking contraceptives. Do not worry that taking medications may somehow affect your future reproductive life. If you follow the instructions, then the possibility of getting pregnant after stopping the medicine is very high and taking it will not affect the development of pregnancy in any way.

Incorrectly taking a COC during pregnancy should not cause concern; this is not a reason for prescribing an abortion. Nevertheless, it is simply necessary to stop taking COCs so that pregnancy and fetal development proceed correctly.

Action of COC

This section will discuss the mechanism of action of birth control pills after unprotected intercourse (COC). These drugs can suppress the ovulation process, thicken the cervical mucus so that the movement of sperm becomes much more difficult, and change the endometrium, which is an obstacle to the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterine cavity.

This action is provided by a component included in the drug - progestogen. You can also find ethinyl estradiol in the composition, which ensures a normal menstrual cycle, that is, there should be no intermediate bleeding. The menstrual cycle should not be disrupted. In addition, it is worth knowing that when taking COCs, the ovaries do not produce estradiol, which is responsible for follicle growth. The substance ethinyl estradiol replaces it.

Emergency contraception regimen

The most popular are contraceptive pills after unprotected intercourse, the names of which are:

  • "Postinor".
  • "Gynepristone."
  • "Ovidon".

Now we propose to get acquainted with the scheme of their use. Let's start with Postinor. This drug is available in one tablet per package. To reduce the likelihood of getting pregnant, you should purchase four packs. It should be taken according to this scheme:

  • two tablets once within twelve hours after intercourse;
  • one tablet twelve hours after the first dose;
  • one tablet twelve hours after the second dose.

Within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse, anti-pregnancy pills “Ginepriston” will prevent unwanted conception. It is very important to know that this drug is taken once. No re-appointment is required.

The drug "Ovidon", which we mentioned earlier in this section, should be taken in the following course:

  • first you need to take two tablets at a time (please note that this must be done in the first 24 hours);
  • repeat the dose after 12 hours.

Indications

Pills against pregnancy after unprotected intercourse, the names of which were presented to your attention in the article, have a list of indications and contraindications. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the indications for use in this section. These include:

  • spontaneous sex;
  • skipping oral contraceptives;
  • frequent change of sexual partner;
  • a broken condom during sex;
  • sexual intercourse while intoxicated;
  • untimely interruption of contact if a condom is not used;
  • negative attitude towards contraception;
  • sexual violence.

These drugs contain a large amount of hormones. Frequent use may cause serious health problems. Gynecologists recommend using emergency measures to protect against unwanted pregnancy no more than three times a year. Before use, you must carefully read the instructions, familiarize yourself with contraindications and dosages. One of these issues will be considered right now.

Contraindications

Before you familiarize yourself with the contraindications for use, it is worth clarifying one fact: the more time has passed after sex, the greater the likelihood of pregnancy. The likelihood that anti-pregnancy pills will help after unprotected intercourse a week later is very low. It is recommended to take emergency contraception measures during the first three days.

Contraindications to their use include:

  • liver diseases;
  • age over thirty-five years;
  • thromboembolism;
  • migraine;
  • age less than sixteen years;
  • lactation;
  • uterine bleeding;
  • instability of the menstrual cycle;
  • pregnancy;
  • kidney disease;
  • anemia;
  • smoking (especially long-term smoking).

This issue should be treated with maximum responsibility, because the drugs are hormonal. They can greatly harm your health. Be sure to read the instructions that come with the medicine very carefully before use.

Side effects

Any woman must read the instructions for use of these drugs. This should be approached with great responsibility, because hormonal drugs can lead to a whole list of serious diseases and consequences. Some of them are incurable. Side effects after using emergency contraception include:

  • infertility;
  • ectopic pregnancy;
  • thrombosis;
  • Crohn's disease;
  • irregularities in the menstrual cycle;
  • stomachache;
  • nausea;
  • hormonal imbalances;
  • severe fatigue;
  • allergic reaction;
  • emotional stress and so on.

Many women are interested in what anti-pregnancy pills will help after unprotected intercourse in a month? There are no such miracle drugs, since the period is already very long. In this case, you have to resort to the help of gynecologists to terminate the pregnancy using special drugs. Tablets for this procedure are not sold in pharmacies; they can only be obtained from a doctor and taken under his supervision. We propose to talk about this problem in the next section.

How is the medical abortion procedure performed?

Let us note right away that even this type of abortion has its own specific terms of usefulness and safety. It can be carried out until the tenth obstetric week. A woman herself can easily calculate the last day of opportunity to terminate a pregnancy using medical abortion (sixty-three days from the first day of her last menstrual period). Going beyond these limits is highly discouraged; it is not only useless, but also very dangerous.

  • familiarization (the woman signs papers stating that she is familiar with the rules of the procedure and possible complications);
  • taking the drug (this drug completely blocks the production of progesterone);
  • taking a prostaglandin drug (this step is not necessary, since in 99% of cases the fertilized egg comes out on its own and stimulation of this process is not required);
  • ultrasonography.

It is also important to clarify what drugs are used for this method of abortion. As a rule, they are based on mifepristone. These include:

  • "Mifegin."
  • "Mifeprex."
  • "Mifepristone."
  • "Mifolian" and others.

Cost and reviews

In this section we will briefly look at the reviews and price of pills against pregnancy after unprotected intercourse. Feedback from women is numerous and varied. In 90% of cases, if taken correctly and on time, women did not experience any discomfort and could get rid of an unwanted pregnancy.

Prices in Russia are shown in the table.

When purchasing any drug, read the instructions, dosage, indications, contraindications and composition.

What is Mifepristone tablet - 72 hours from pregnancy?
This is a drug with a selected dosage for emergency use after sexual intercourse. If they are used in accordance with the instructions, in most cases it is possible to prevent unwanted pregnancy.

What is contained in the tablets?
The tablets contain mifepristone 10 mg. The effect is due to blocking the action of progesterone at the receptor level, depending on the phase of the menstrual cycle, it causes inhibition of ovulation, changes in the endometrium and prevents the implantation of a fertilized egg.

How long should I take it to avoid getting pregnant?
"72 hour tablets" are taken in cases of unprotected sexual intercourse. A woman has 3-4 days to contact a gynecologist and receive help. However, you should not delay taking it, as this may reduce its effectiveness.

"72 hour tablets" - how to use, prices for services?
If you need to use this drug, you should contact a gynecologist for a preliminary consultation and examination, because This will eliminate contraindications and avoid possible side effects and complications. You can also get advice from your doctor about using regular contraceptive methods to avoid the need for emergency care in the future. The cost of basic services is presented at the bottom of the page; detailed information, if necessary, can be obtained from the administrator by phone.

How should it be applied?
One contraceptive pill is taken orally (by mouth) within 72 hours. To maintain blood concentration, you should refrain from eating two hours before use and two hours after it. Can be used at any time of the menstrual cycle. If vomiting occurs, you should consult a doctor. It is advisable to mark the date of the last menstruation, the date of taking the pill and the date of the next menstruation on the calendar, which will help assess the effectiveness of the drug.

How effective is the pill?
Provides very effective assistance in an emergency situation. Its effectiveness is 85-90%, while all possible side effects of Postinor are absent (See - “Which is better - Postinor or Gynepristone?”).

What adverse events may occur?
Feeling of discomfort in the lower abdomen, weakness, headache, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, hyperthermia (extremely rare) Mifepristone-72 has been found to have fewer side effects than other methods of emergency contraception, such as Postinor. The low rate (about 10%) of side effects makes it an attractive choice compared to other available methods. Does it have an effect on the appearance of menstruation? For the majority (80-85%) of women, the next menstruation appears on time or a few days earlier or later. If menstruation does not appear a week after the expected date, pregnancy is suspected, so you need to contact your doctor again.

When should you not take this remedy?
A contraindication is practically only established pregnancy, since this method does not give the effect of a pill abortion.

Important!
If, after using the contraceptive pill, sexual intercourse occurs again within 72 hours without protective measures, then the effect of the previously taken drug no longer applies to him. In this case, there is a need for a new use of emergency contraception. You can contact a gynecologist at our medical center for consultation, because... This will avoid possible side effects and complications.

ATTENTION! MIFEPRISTONE-72 IS NO LONGER SUPPLIED TO RUSSIA.
ITS ANALOG WITH SIMILAR PROPERTIES IS GYNEPRISTONE!

Sometimes during sexual intercourse such an unpleasant event as a rupture of a condom can occur, which will lead to the entry of seminal fluid into the woman’s body. Also, during sex, partners may forget use contraception. And some couples even have sex without a condom, using coitus interruptus as a method of contraception.


Without careful care, this can lead to unwanted pregnancy, which is a serious problem for both partners.

What is 72 hour emergency contraception?

One of the methods of emergency contraception is special pills against unwanted pregnancy, which you need take to a woman within 72 hours. This is a medical method aimed at suppressing the ability to become pregnant through unprotected sex.

These are medications that contain a huge dose of the female steroid hormone - gestagen (progestogen), which suppresses ovulation by affecting anterior pituitary gland. Also, gestagen thickens cervical mucus, which makes it difficult for the sperm to move towards the egg.

If fertilization has occurred, then under the influence female steroid hormone the endometrial layer regresses, thereby making it impossible for the zygote to attach to the fallopian tube.

In other words, the principle of action of these drugs is based on artificial stimulation of menstruation in a woman. Uterine contraction occurs, resulting in the egg is washed away.

So emergency contraceptive pills can stop pregnancy at the moment of conception within 72 hours.

Name of drugs for emergency contraception

Nowadays, medicine provides a fairly large selection of pharmacological therapy for unwanted pregnancy.

Postinor- a contraceptive drug that includes the substance levonorgestel - a synthetic gestagen. The medicine prevents pregnancy in about 85% of cases. The drug must be taken within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse.

Gynepristone– active component mifepristone. Take within 72 hours.

Escapelle– the drug contains the same substance as the previous one. Take within 72 hours.

Genale– the active ingredient mifepristone is a synthetic steroidal antigestagenic agent. Causes inhibition of ovulation, prevents the implantation of a fertilized egg. Take the drug within 72 hours after sexual intercourse.

A drug like Regulon not suitable as an emergency contraceptive, but with long-term use, regulon provides a contraceptive effect.
Regulon is a combined contraceptive drug. Its pharmacodynamics is inhibition of the effect of gonadotropin, inhibiting ovulation and preventing sperm from entering the cervical canal.

Rules for using tablets

It is important to take emergency contraceptives early after unprotected intercourse, preferably within the first 12 or 24 hours. The deadline is 72 hours, after which the contraceptive will not work. Remember, the sooner emergency contraception is used, the greater the chances of successful action of the drug.

But this type of contraception is a last resort method. Emergency contraception can only be used twice a year due to the enormous consequences for the body in form of hormonal imbalance, which is very dangerous for women’s health and can lead to a long series of diseases.

Side effects

  • menstrual irregularities;
  • headache;
  • nausea;
  • vomit;
  • loss of consciousness;
  • rashes;
  • swelling of the limbs and face;
  • aching, nagging pain in the lower abdomen;
  • ectopic pregnancy is a complicated pregnancy when a fertilized egg attaches outside the uterine cavity. This is a medical emergency and is life-threatening;
  • mastopathy – pathological fibrocystic changes in breast tissue. Painful, fine-grained lumps form in the mammary gland. This is a benign formation. However, there is a high risk of their malignancy and transition to a malignant tumor process;
  • Uterine bleeding is a serious condition that also requires emergency medical care. Life threatening;
  • infertility (emergency contraception is especially dangerous for girls who have never given birth);
  • thrombus formation - hormonal drugs can provoke thrombus formation, which in turn can lead to pulmonary embolism and strokes;
  • Crohn's disease - hormonal drugs increase the risk of Crohn's disease by 3 times;
  • emotional lability.

It is worth noting that it is better to make the choice of drug with a medical specialist. You should not rush to take the first contraceptive you come across without first consulting a gynecologist. Improper use of hormonal drugs is very dangerous for both health and life. The doctor will select the drug that is more suitable for you and tell you the risks and what you can expect after taking the drug. Under the supervision of a specialist, the effects of taking these drugs are significantly reduced.

If for some reason you still cannot go to the gynecologist, then before taking the drug, carefully read its instructions. This is important not only for the correct application of the pharmacological action, but also for your health.

After taking hormonal medications, it is advisable to consult a doctor within two weeks, even if you feel well and have no complaints.

Contraindications

For girls under 16 years of age, emergency contraception is contraindicated because they have not developed cyclicity of ovulation and menstruation. This can lead not only to infertility, but also to irreparable health problems. Other

Do not take under any circumstances oral contraceptives for confirmed pregnancy, there is a high risk of ectopic pregnancy.
The use of hormonal contraceptives is excluded in case of pathology of the liver, biliary tract, or liver failure. If glucose absorption is impaired or lactose intolerance, the use of these drugs is also prohibited.

The use of drugs while breastfeeding is prohibited. Do not breastfeed your baby for 24 hours if the drug was taken.

An interesting fact is that the body of a breastfeeding mother secretes the hormone prolactin, which, under certain conditions, virtually eliminates pregnancy for the woman at this time

Hormonal contraceptives are contraindicated, if a woman has had an ectopic pregnancy in the past, with tumors, with increased blood clotting rates, or with long-term use of corticosteroids, with anemia, Crohn's disease.

Any pathology on the part of a woman’s body may cast doubt on the use of hormonal contraceptives. You should think twice before taking these drugs, weighing the pros and cons.

Each body is individual, and especially women’s. It is difficult to say how a healthy body will react to a hormonal surge. In some cases, the consequences after taking oral emergency contraceptives do not appear, or appear only slightly, while in other cases, taking hormones can lead to serious consequences for a woman’s health. There is a big risk that not only the reproductive system, but the entire body as a whole will suffer.

Unwanted pregnancy can lead to social problems, especially at a young age. To prevent unwanted consequences, before taking emergency contraceptives, it is better to consult a gynecologist who will prescribe you a gentler medicine.

Most pregnancy protection methods only work if you take care to use them BEFORE sexual intercourse. For example, it makes no sense to start taking birth control pills if sex has already happened. This is no smarter than putting on a condom after the man has ejaculated.

Emergency contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse has already occurred.

In what cases will emergency contraception help?

Emergency contraception will help avoid unwanted pregnancy in the following situations:

  • If you have had unprotected sex
  • If during sex and you didn't notice it in time
  • If you missed 2 or more

Emergency contraception rules

  • Almost any emergency contraceptive drug must be taken no later than 72 hours after sexual intercourse. If more than 3 days have passed since sex, the drug will be ineffective.
  • If 3-5 days have passed since sex, then you can contact a gynecologist who will insert an intrauterine device. An intrauterine device is a device that is inserted into the uterine cavity and prevents pregnancy.
  • Before taking any emergency contraception, you should consult your gynecologist.
  • Certain digestive diseases (such as Crohn's disease) and other medications may reduce the effectiveness of emergency contraception. These medications are listed in the instructions for emergency contraception.

What pills will help you not get pregnant after sex?

There are several drugs that are classified as emergency contraception. We will look at each of them separately.

Postinor

Postinor is the oldest and most famous means of emergency contraception among women. This drug contains a loading dose of the hormone levongestrel, which prevents the implantation of a fertilized egg in the uterus.

One Postinor tablet contains 750 mcg of levongestrel. In order for the effect of Postinor to be maximum, you need to take 2 tablets 12-16 hours apart.

It is necessary to take the first dose of Postinor in the first 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex. The sooner you take the first pill, the higher the likelihood that Postinor will help avoid pregnancy. So, on the first day after sex, the drug will work in 95% of cases; if the interval between sexual intercourse and taking Postinor was 24-48 hours, then in 85% of cases, and if more, only in 58% of cases. Taking Postinor later than 72 hours after sexual intercourse will not bring any effect.

12-16 hours after taking the first tablet, you must take the second Postinor tablet. If you vomit a few hours after taking the first or second tablet, you need to take another tablet.

Postinor can cause disruption of the menstrual cycle, early or late arrival of menstruation, chest pain, and spotting. The presence or absence of menstruation (or discharge) after taking Postinor does not indicate its effectiveness.

You can be sure that you are not pregnant only by doing it at least 3.5 weeks after intercourse. You can find out if you are pregnant earlier by taking a test. This can be done as early as 11 days after unprotected sex. Postinor does not distort the results of a pregnancy test or hCG blood test.

If menstruation does not come on time and lasts more than 5 days, take a pregnancy test and consult a gynecologist.

What if Postinor didn't help?

If you have taken Postinor, but pregnancy still occurs, contact your gynecologist. Taking this drug increases your risk, so you need to undergo a test that will show where the fetus is located.

Taking Postinor, as a rule, does not have an adverse effect on the development of the child, so there is no need to terminate the pregnancy (abortion). If you decide to have an abortion, tell your doctor.

Escapelle

ATTENTION: The drug has contraindications. Do not start using this drug without first consulting your doctor.

Escapelle, like Postinor, contains a large dose of the hormone levongestrel, which prevents the fertilized egg from implanting in the uterus. The only difference is that one Escapel tablet contains 150 mg of levongestrel, and you only need to take this drug once.

Escapelle should be taken no later than 72 hours after sexual intercourse. The greatest effectiveness is observed if the pill is taken on the first day after unprotected sex.

Escapelle may cause nausea or vomiting. If you vomit within 3 hours of taking the tablet, you will need to take a repeat dose of Escapelle.

As a result of taking Exapel, disruption of the menstrual cycle, bleeding, and chest pain may occur. If your period is more than 5 days late, it is recommended to take a pregnancy test. Escapelle does not affect the result of a pregnancy test.

What if Escapelle didn't help?

If pregnancy does occur, contact your gynecologist. The doctor will perform an ultrasound and clarify where the fetus is located. If the pregnancy is proceeding normally, then there is no need to interrupt it, since taking Escapel does not affect the development of the fetus and the course of pregnancy. If you do decide to have an abortion, tell your gynecologist.

How often can I take Postinor and Escapelle?

Postinor and Escapelle are intended for emergency situations and cannot be used for regular contraception. However, these drugs can be taken as many times as needed, even if the need arises a second time during the same menstrual cycle. There are no studies that would prove the unsafety of repeated use of Postinor or Escapel.

If you often need to take Postinor or Escapel, you need to seriously think about which one is right for you.

How many days does Postinor and Escapelle protect against pregnancy?

Postinor and Escapelle act only after sexual intercourse has taken place. Any subsequent unprotected sexual intercourse may cause pregnancy, even if you have recently taken Postinor or Escapelle.

What happens if you take Postinor or Escapelle during pregnancy?

These drugs are ineffective if pregnancy has already occurred. Taking Postinor or Escapel during pregnancy will not lead to its termination.

Gynepriston and Zhenale

ATTENTION: The drug has contraindications. Do not start using this drug without first consulting your doctor.

These are modern means of emergency contraception that do not contain hormones, do not cause disruption of the menstrual cycle and other side effects, while being highly effective.

Both of these drugs contain the same substance in the same dose. The only difference is in the manufacturing company. Ginepristone and Zhenale contain the active ingredient Mifepristone in a dose of 10 mg. Mifepristone, unlike Postinor and Escapel, is not a hormone, but it also prevents pregnancy by preventing the fertilized egg from implanting in the uterine cavity.

The Ginepristone or Zhenale tablet should be taken in the first 72 hours after unprotected intercourse. The sooner you take the drug, the higher its effectiveness will be. If the pill is taken in the first 12 hours after sex, the effectiveness of the drug will be about 98%, if on the first day, then 95%, if later - 85-90%. These drugs are not effective if pregnancy has already occurred.

Important: in order for the drug to be as effective as possible, you should take a Ginepristone or Zhenale tablet 2 hours after meals and do not eat for 2 hours after taking the tablet. Within a week after taking the pill, it is not recommended to take Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Diclofenac, Indomethacin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

What if Ginepriston or Zhenale didn’t help?

Many women plan for motherhood in advance and often deliberately try to postpone this event. In the modern world, there are a number of contraceptives that help avoid fertilization. But due to various circumstances, couples do not always use them during intimacy. Therefore, emergency contraception may be necessary. In this case, anti-pregnancy pills will help, which must be taken within 72 hours.

Indications and contraindications for use

Experts warn that such products are dangerous to use uncontrolled. Their use is acceptable in critical situations when the risk of unwanted conception is high. Use is justified in the following cases:

  • after rape;
  • if you missed taking oral contraceptives;
  • in the case when during sexual intercourse the condom breaks or slips off.

But there are also situations in which it is prohibited to use such means:

  • for pathologies of the liver, kidneys;
  • if pregnancy has already occurred;
  • during lactation;
  • if there was a history of ectopic pregnancy;
  • there are problems with blood clotting.

In addition, each type of pill for unwanted pregnancy, which is taken within 72 hours, additionally has other contraindications. Therefore, these remedies cannot be considered harmless and used every time there is a possibility of conception.

Types of emergency contraception

Many women are interested in knowing what medications exist that can be taken after sex and thus avoid fertilization. Such funds are divided into two groups.

  1. Containing levonorgestrel. To prevent pregnancy, this progestogen acts as follows:
  • under its influence, the cervical fluid becomes viscous, and this interferes with the movement of sperm;
  • prevents the endometrium from entering the phase necessary for ovulation;
  • levonorgestrel reduces contractions of the fallopian tubes, resulting in a greatly increased time for the egg to enter the uterus;
  • if the drug is taken before ovulation, the drug delays it or blocks it.

Pregnancy pills to be taken within 72 hours include Postinor, Escapelle. These are the most popular drugs. It is advisable to drink it within 2 days after sexual intercourse, and 12 hours after the first dose, you need to take another one. Escapelle is used no later than 3 days after intimacy. If 3 hours after administration there was an attack of vomiting, then another dose of the drug will be required. A less popular, but also effective drug based on levonorgestrel is Eskinor F. The drug is taken according to the same scheme as Escapelle.

  • Containing mifepristone. Medicines that contain this antigestagen prevent gestation in the following ways: