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About Unipristal 5mg Tablet

Ulipristal Acetate is a medication that is used for intermittent treatment of moderate to severe symptoms of uterine fibroids (abnormal growth in the uterus) and also as an emergency contraceptive.

Uses of Unipristal 5mg Tablet

• Uterine fibroids

  A fibroid is an abnormal growth that occurs in your uterus. These fibroid(s) mainly occur in women during the childbearing age and do not generally lead to tumours (cancers). Ulipristal Acetate is used to treat symptoms in moderate to severe uterine fibroids (such as heavy periods) at lower doses (5mg/10mg/15mg).

• Emergency contraception

  Contraception is a process of preventing an unwanted pregnancy. Emergency contraception is a method of using contraceptive pills to avoid pregnancy that occurs due to unprotected sex. Ulipristal Acetate is indicated in higher doses (30mg) as an emergency contraceptive. It should be taken within 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sexual intercourse. Take Ulipristal Acetate only after consulting with your doctor. Do not self medicate.

Medicinal Benefits of Unipristal 5mg Tablet

Ulipristal Acetate reduces the size of fibroids by blocking the effects of progesterone. Progesterone is a sex hormone involved in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and the formation of eggs (primary female gamete). As a contraceptive, it prevents the release of the egg during ovulation.

Side Effects of Unipristal 5mg Tablet

• Menstrual bleeding
• Headache
• Nausea
• Stomach cramps and pain
• Unusual tiredness and weakness
• Vomiting
• Dizziness

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Sexually transmitted diseases

Ulipristal Acetate is not effective in treating or preventing diseases that are transmitted via sexual contact.

Use in children

This medicine should not be given to children under the age of 18 years due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

PREGNANCY

Do not take Ulipristal Acetate if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

BREAST FEEDING

It is not known whether Ulipristal Acetate passes into breast milk or if it could affect your baby. If you are breastfeeding, it is advisable that you talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.

DRIVING

Ulipristal Acetate may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not perform any activity such as driving a vehicle or operating a machine after taking this medicine