Our service works in just three simple steps.
Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet is an emergency contraceptive tablet. It is the generic version of Levonelle and Levonelle One Step. Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet can prevent 84% of expected pregnancies if taken within 72 hours (3 days) of unprotected sex.
Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet is a hormonal medication that is thought to work as a contraceptive by preventing the ovaries from releasing an egg or preventing sperm from reaching a released egg. Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet is more effective the sooner you take it.
Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet isn’t meant to be used as a regular form of contraception. It will not protect you from pregnancy if you have unprotected sex in the future.
The sooner you take Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet after sex, the better. It is most effective as a contraceptive within the first 12 hours after unprotected sex, but it remains effective up to 72 hours (3 days) after.
Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet is thought to prevent:
If you vomit within 2 hours of taking a Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet, you will need to take another one to be protected against pregnancy.
If you are over 70kg (11 stone), tell your pharmacist or prescriber. They may recommend that you take two Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablets to ensure to you are protected from pregnancy.
If Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet is not taken within 72 hours, it will not guarantee protection against pregnancy. You will need to use another contraceptive measure such as an emergency IUD (Intrauterine Device).
You shouldn’t take Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet if you are allergic to Levonorgestel or any ingredients within the tablet.
If you have any questions about whether you should take Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet, make sure to use our free Ask a Pharmacist service.
Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet can interact with other medication. You should talk to your pharmacist about medication you are currently taking before taking Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet.
Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet may be less effective if you are taking:
As with any other medication, you can experience side effects when taking Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet.
These can include:
Check the Patient Information Leaflet for a more in-depth list of possible side effects, warnings and precautions.
Levonelle and Levonelle One Step are the branded versions of Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet. They contain the exact same active ingredients and work the same way. Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet is usually cheaper as it isn’t branded and is just as effective.
Levonelle One Step can cost up to £24.00 when bought over-the-counter. Generic 1.5mg Levonorgesel Tablet can be ordered online for as little as £12.50.
Generic 1.5mg Levonorgestel Tablet is available online at e-Surgery from as little as £12.50.