What should not be taken with Postinor 2?

Examples of medicines which may interfere with Postinor-2 are:

Medicines used to treat epilepsy (for example, barbiturates, primidone, phenytoin, and carbamazepine).
Medicines used to treat tuberculosis (for example, rifampicin, rifabutin).
A treatment for HIV infection (ritonavir).

How long does it take for Postinor 2 to become ineffective?

From earlier studies where two Postinor-2 tablets (each 750 micrograms) have been taken 12 hours apart, it has been estimated that Postinor-2 prevents 85% of expected pregnancies. Efficacy appears to decline with time after intercourse (95% within 24 hours, 85% 24-48 hours, 58% if used between 48 and 72 hours).

How many days does Postinor 2 works in the body?

There are different types of ECPs. One type, levonorgestrel (e.g. Lydia PostPil or Postinor 2), works best up to 72 hours after having unprotected sex but will reduce the risk of pregnancy if taken within 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected sex.

Can Postinor two fail?

Postinor-2 has an 85% chance of preventing pregnancy. If taken within 24 hours, there is a 95% chance of preventing pregnancy. If taken after 48-72 hours, there is a 58% chance. It is not known whether it is effective if taken more than 72 hours after unprotected intercourse.

Can you take the two tablets of POSTINOR-2 at once?

You can either take both the tablets together or take one tablet and take the other one 12 hours later. Efficacy depends on the time of consumption. If taken early the effectiveness is definitely more.

How do you know if POSTINOR-2 has worked?

The only way to know if the morning after pill has been effective at preventing pregnancy is if your next period arrives when it should. The morning after pill works by delaying ovulation so that you don’t release an egg for remaining sperm in your system to fertilize.

How do you know if POSTINOR 2 has worked?

Does POSTINOR 2 affect menstrual cycle?

Does the pill change my period? Usually taking an POSTINOR pill does not affect your period, and you will have it at the usual time. But your period can also come earlier or later than usual. You might also have some irregular bleeding or spotting until your next period.