There are unpredictable situations when it is not possible to take care of contraception in advance for some reason, and pregnancy is undesirable. In this case, women can turn to "emergency care" drugs, which include Postinor, of which there are a variety of reviews.
This drug is a drug based on the artificial hormone levonorgesterel. On the female body, he, like similar means, has a triple effect. Firstly, it delays ovulation, thereby preventing fertilization. Secondly, it prevents sperm from fertilizing the egg. In case of conception, it makes impossible the implantation of a fertilized cell.
However, before resorting to the drug "Postinor", reviews and instructions should be well studied, since it has contraindications and side effects.
The drug is taken within the first 48 hours, but no later than 3 days after sexual intercourse. First, one tablet is drunk, regardless of the meal, after another 12 hours. The earlier the drug is taken, the greater its effectiveness. Contraceptive administration does not depend on the day of the menstrual cycle. However, more than once every six months to use this method of protection is not recommended, as there may be undesirable consequences of taking "Postinor". This is due to the large amount of hormones in the drug, which can cause ovarian dysfunction.
Side effects include vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, and allergic reactions. In addition, there is a risk of spotting or, on the contrary, delayed menstruation. Especially bleeding provokes the intake of several tablets in a short period of time. With this symptom, a specialist examination is necessary.
Many women are wondering if it is possible to get pregnant after Postinor. If the funds were received on the first day, then the probability is 5%. The longer the time interval between sexual intercourse and taking the pill, the higher the probability of pregnancy (on the second day, the contraceptive protects only 85%, on the third only 58%). After using the drug, a healthy body returns to normal after 9 days, and the level of hormones becomes appropriate.
It should be noted that reviews are not recommended to take the "Postinor" remedy as a regular remedy, since in this case the risk of side effects increases and the effectiveness decreases. If a woman became pregnant, and the drug was taken, as far as possible the development of negative consequences in a child is poorly understood.
Contraindications to the use of this contraceptive are diseases of the liver and gall bladder. During lactation, the drug "Postinor" is used only for strict indications. At the same time, it is better to skip feeding, since a negative effect on the physical development of the child is not ruled out. In adolescence, this contraceptive is strictly prohibited, since it can provoke a malfunction in the hormonal system.
With the interaction of Cyclosporin with this drug, the toxicity of the first increases. Such drugs as Ampicillin, Rifampicin, Ritonavir, barbiturates, etc. reduce the pharmacological effect of contraceptives. The drug has no effect on car driving.
I must say that the “Postinor” reviews on the effectiveness are very positive, however, before using it, it is better to consult a gynecologist and carefully study the instructions, as there may be side effects that could adversely affect the health of women and girls, especially at a young age.