Levonorgestrel 1.5mg is a pharmacy-medicine emergency contraceptive tablet taken after unprotected sex, with a single tablet sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK) after pharmacist consultation.
Key facts
| Active ingredient | Levonorgestrel 1.5mg per tablet |
|---|---|
| Format | Single oral tablet |
| Pack | 1 tablet |
| Brands | Ezinelle, Lovione or generic levonorgestrel, depending on availability |
| Licensed use | Emergency contraception after unprotected sex |
| Legal classification | P — Pharmacy medicine |
| Timing | Take as soon as possible, ideally within 12 hours and no later than 72 hours |
Who it is for
- Women aged 16 and over for whom the pharmacist confirms emergency contraception is appropriate.
Not suitable for: Not for men. Not suitable if emergency contraception is needed immediately — go to your nearest pharmacy without delay. If you are under 16, see a doctor or family planning clinic. Tell the pharmacist about medicines used in the past 4 weeks, especially treatments for epilepsy, tuberculosis or HIV, or herbal products containing St John’s Wort, which can reduce how well levonorgestrel works.
How to use
- Complete the pharmacist consultation, make sure your contact details are correct and keep your phone available in case the pharmacist needs to call you before supply.
- Read the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) carefully before use.
- Take the tablet as soon as possible, ideally within 12 hours and no later than 72 hours after unprotected sex.
- If you vomit within 3 hours of taking the tablet, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Frequently asked questions
How soon must the tablet be taken?
Take it as soon as possible, ideally within 12 hours and no later than 72 hours after unprotected sex.
Why might the pharmacist phone me?
The pharmacist needs to confirm the medicine is suitable for its intended user. If they cannot reach you when needed, the order may be delayed or cancelled.
What if I take other medicines?
Some medicines, including treatments for epilepsy, tuberculosis or HIV and St John’s Wort, can reduce how well levonorgestrel works. Tell the pharmacist so they can advise you.
What if I vomit after taking it?
If you vomit within 3 hours of taking the tablet, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Which brand will I receive?
The tablet received may be Ezinelle, Lovione or generic levonorgestrel, depending on availability; each contains levonorgestrel 1.5mg.
Safety and storage
- For purchase and use by women only; a pharmacist consultation is required before supply.
- Store in the original packaging away from light.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- Read the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.
This page provides factual information about a pharmacy medicine. Supply requires a pharmacist consultation. Always read the PIL.
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