What is Levonorgestrel, Brand or Generic, Effects

Levonorgestrel

Levonorgestrel is a form of progesterone, which is a female hormone involved in conception. Levonorgestrel is used to prevent pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary) and by causing the cervical mucous to thicken, which makes it harder for sperm to move toward the uterus.

Levonorgestrel is used to prevent pregnancy for up to 5 years.

Levonorgestrel may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Levonorgestrel Emergency Contraceptive

Levonorgestrel is a female hormone that prevents ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). This medication also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.

Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive is used to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or failure of other forms of birth control (such as condom breakage, or missing 2 or more birth control pills).

Levonorgestrel emergency contraceptive may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Pronunciation: lee voe nor JESS trell

Brands: Mirena, Norplant System, and Plan B

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Levonorgestrel Category:

Class of Treatment:

• Hormones / Sex Hormones / Contraceptives
• Hormones / Sex Hormones / Progestins

Type: Prescription / Over the counter (Generic)

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