ellaOne
Average Delivery Time: 3 Working Days
Basic actions of ellaOne
The active ingredient in ellaOne is ulipristal acetate. This ingredient is a synthetic version of progesterone which is the female sex hormone. The drug effectively reduces chances of pregnancy after unprotected sex by two means. One - it fools the body into thinking that ovulation has already occurred and two - it modifies the lining of the womb so that it is not suitable for a fertilised egg to survive. Even though this drug is said to be more effective than its counterparts, it has to be taken within 120 hours. The sooner it is taken the more effective it will be.
Side Effects of ellaOne
EllaOne has side effects that range from common to rare. The most common side effect that is experiences if pain in the abdomen. Amongst other common side effects that you might also experience are headaches, mood changes, nausea, fatigue, appetite changes and infections of the throat, nose or urinary tract. Less common side effects may include depression, insomnia, hot flushes, vaginal discomfort, tender breasts etc. Rare cases have reported symptoms like dehydration, kidney problems, fever and even vertigo.
Current Trends of ellaOne
ellaOne is freely available in the UK and other countries in Europe as an over the counter medication. It is available in single doses of 30mg strength and is gaining popularity largely due to the fact that it can be taken up to 120 hours after having unprotected sex. ellaOne is also freely available at most online pharmacies.
Risks in Taking ellaOne
EllaOne cannot be taken in the event that you are breastfeeding or there is a possibility that you might already be pregnant. If you suffer from severe asthma or any other kind of lung or respiratory disease, you should contact your doctor before you take this drug. If you choose to buy this drug over the counter, it is advisable to inform the pharmacist of any other medication that you might be taking. This is important so that the active ingredients of other drug do not react with each other causing unnecessary side effects.
