EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet
It works to prevent pregnancy by temporarily stopping the release of an egg from the ovary or by preventing fertilization (union) of the egg by sperm. It comes as a single dose and can be taken with or without food. EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is usually effective if taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex.
EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is an emergency birth control pill. It provides a safe and effective way to prevent an unintended pregcy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. However, it should not be used as regular contraception.
It works to prevent pregnancy by temporarily stopping the release of an egg from the ovary or by preventing fertilization (union) of the egg by sperm. It comes as a single dose and can be taken with or without food. EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is usually effective if taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, lower abdominal pain, and fatigue. The patient may also experience dizziness, diarrhea, vomiting, breast tenderness, and irregular period for the next cycle. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, check if you are not pregnant already or it is being more than 5 days you miss your period or its already 72 hours of unprotected sex. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. It is generally advisable to perform a pregnancy test after 5 days of medicine usage, to make sure medicine works properly.
03Uses
Emergency contraception
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is a progestin (female hormones). It works to prevent pregnancy by temporarily stopping the release of an egg from the ovary, or preventing fertilization (union) of the egg by sperm. It may also alter the lining of the uterus (womb) to stop a fertilized egg from attaching to the uterus.
06Benefits
In Emergency contraception
EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is an emergency contraceptive medicine that stops you from getting pregnant. It may be taken within 3 days or 72 hours of having unprotected intercourse (sex). Firstly, it prevents an egg from being released from your ovaries. Secondly, it makes the fluid (mucus) in your cervix thicker, which makes it more difficult for sperm to enter the womb. Additionally, it prevents thickening of the lining of your womb, thereby making it unfavourable for an egg to grow in it. EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is a reliable and safe method for contraception, if used correctly. It does not interrupt with sex and you can lead a normal routine life without any worries. Take it as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit.
07Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Irregular menstrual cycle
Breast tenderness
Dizziness
Vomiting
Lower abdominal pain
Nausea
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Headache
08Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:UNSAFE
EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor’s advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Nonhormonal contraceptives is preferred in breastfeeding women, especially during the first 4 weeks postpartum
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
09Drug Tips
EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet is a single tablet and you only have to take 1 dose for it to work.
Take it as soon as possible, preferably within 12 hours and not later than 72 hours (3 days) of having unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
Notify your doctor if you vomit within 2-3 hours of taking this medicine.
It is not as effective as regular methods of contraception and should be used only as an emergency measure.
Take a pregnancy test about a week after you take EC Kare 1.5mg Tablet as there is a 5-10% chance that it may not have worked.
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