Aftera Prescribing Information
Package insert / product label
Generic name: levonorgestrel
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: Contraceptives
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 26, 2024.
Indications and Usage for Aftera
for women to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control)
Warnings
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) alert
This product does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking efavirenz (HIV medication) or rifampin (tuberculosis treatment) or medication for seizures (epilepsy). These medications may reduce the effectiveness of levonorgestrel.
Related/similar drugs
levonorgestrel, Plan B One-Step, ethinyl estradiol / levonorgestrel, ella, ulipristal, Take Action
Aftera Dosage and Administration
- take as soon as possible within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex. The sooner you take it the better it will work.
- if you vomit within 2 hours after taking the medication, call a healthcare professional to find out if you should repeat the dose
Storage and Handling
- read the instructions, warnings and enclosed product leaflet before use
- do not use if carton is open or tear strip is removed or blister seal is broken or missing
- store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, potato starch, talc
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 1.5 mg Tablet Blister Pack Box
This item is
electronically
protected
NDC 69536-103-88
Emergency Contraceptive
COMPARE TO PLAN B ONE-STEP®
Aftera®
LEVONORGESTREL 1.5 mg
Reduces chance of pregnancy
after unprotected sex.
One Tablet.
One Dose.
NOT FOR REGULAR BIRTH CONTROL
1 Tablet
Levonorgestrel
1.5 mg
AFTERA
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Labeler - Foundation Consumer Healthcare LLC (079675882) |
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