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Levonorgestrel

Levonorgestrel is a progestogen used in several distinct contraceptive products. Listed uses include Contraception and Emergency Contraception.

Plan B

Contraception

1.5mg

Levonorgestrel 1.5mg tablets for emergency contraception, a single progestogen dose that delays or holds back ovulation.

From$9.70/ tabletView

Alesse

Contraception

0.15/0.03 · 0.25/0.05mg

Levonorgestrel with ethinylestradiol tablets, a combined oral contraceptive taken by mouth. The hormone pair suppresses ovulation and thickens cervical mucus.

From$0.83/ tabletView

Levlen

Contraception

0.03/0.15mg

Ethinylestradiol with levonorgestrel tablets, a combined oral contraceptive. Negative feedback on the hypothalamic-pituitary axis holds ovulation back.

From$0.53/ tabletView

Key points

  • Emergency tablets, regular combinations and intrauterine systems are not interchangeable.
  • Emergency contraception does not end an established pregnancy or protect against later intercourse.
  • Severe one-sided pelvic pain or heavy bleeding needs urgent care.

Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.

Important safety checks

Product type, pregnancy timing, interactions, bleeding history and ectopic-pregnancy risk require review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for severe one-sided pelvic pain, fainting, shoulder pain, very heavy bleeding or a severe allergic reaction.

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