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AfterPill 1.5 mg/1

levonorgestrel · TABLET · Syzygy Healthcare Solutions, LLC PO Box 588, Westport, CT 06880

No Recall History
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AfterPill is a tablet containing levonorgestrel at 1.5 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Syzygy Healthcare Solutions, LLC PO Box 588, Westport, CT 06880.

Key Facts

Brand Name
AfterPill
Generic Name
levonorgestrel
NDC Code (Product)
64122-605
Manufacturer
Syzygy Healthcare Solutions, LLC PO Box 588, Westport, CT 06880
Strength
1.5 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA201446
Drug Class
Progestin [EPC]; Progestin-containing Intrauterine System [EPC]
Marketing Start
09/14/2017

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

drug ineffective450 reports
nausea195 reports
headache174 reports
genital haemorrhage159 reports
abdominal pain133 reports
dizziness129 reports
fatigue127 reports
maternal exposure during pregnancy122 reports
vaginal haemorrhage119 reports
vomiting111 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Indications Use for women to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control).

Dosage & Administration

When should I use AfterPill? The sooner you take emergency contraception, the better it works. You should use AfterPill within 72 hours (3 days) after you have had unprotected sex . AfterPill is a backup or emergency method of birth control you can use when: your regular birth control was used incorrectly or failed you did not use any birth control method

Warnings

Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to levonorgestrel. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) alert: This product does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs Do not use if you are already pregnant (because it will not work) for regular birth control 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. When using this product you may have menstrual changes nausea lower stomach (abdominal) pain tiredness headache dizziness breast pain vomiting

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AfterPill used for?

AfterPill contains levonorgestrel. It is a tablet taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is AfterPill a controlled substance?

AfterPill is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for AfterPill?

The generic name for AfterPill is levonorgestrel. There are 12 other brand versions of levonorgestrel.

What is the NDC code for AfterPill 1.5 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for AfterPill 1.5 mg/1 is 64122-605, listed by Syzygy Healthcare Solutions, LLC PO Box 588, Westport, CT 06880.

Product NDC

64122-605

Package NDC

64122-605-01

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