emergency contraception Flashcards
1
Q
mode of action of levonorgestrel
A
stop ovulation and inhibit implantation
2
Q
when must levonorgestrel be taken
A
within 72 hours
3
Q
when to restart hormonal contraception after levonorgestrel
A
immediately
4
Q
what is ulipristal
A
selective progesterone receptor modulator
inhibits ovulation
5
Q
when to take ulipristal
A
single dose (30mg) taken no later than 120 hours
6
Q
when to restart contraception with ulipristal
A
pill, patch or ring restarted after 5 days
7
Q
when can copper IUD be used for contraception
A
up to 5 days after UPSI
can be used more than 5 days, if before 5 days after likely ovulation date
