Levonorgestrel (LNG) is a synthetic progestogen similar to [Progesterone] used in contraception and hormone therapy.[A181988,T659] Also known as Plan B, it is used as a single agent in emergency contraception, and as a hormonal contraceptive released from an intrauterine device, commonly referred to as an IUD. Some of these devices are known as Jaydess, Kyleena, and Mirena. A subdermal implant of levonorgestrel that slowly releases the hormone over a long-term period is also available.[L7823] In addition to the above uses, levonorgestrel is used as a component of long-term combination contraceptives.[A181991,L7760,L7778] Globally, levonorgestrel is the most commonly used emergency contraceptive. It was initially granted FDA approval in 1982 and was the first emergency contraceptive containing only progesterone, showing high levels of efficacy and a lack of estrogenic adverse effects when compared to older emergency contraceptive regimens.[A181976,A181994,L7760]
Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol and Ethinyl Estradiol
Min-ovral 21
Twirla
React
Amethia Lo
Orsythia
Rivelsa
Lutera
Afirmelle
Lo Simpesse
Skyla
Kurvelo
Lutera 28
Triquilar 21
SheWise
Levlite
Nordette
Aftera
Levora
Next Choice One Dose
Ovima 21
Triphasil 21 Tab
Vienva TM
Levonorgestrel Tablets, 0.75mg
Climara Pro
Delyla
Esme 21
Minivlar 30
Lybrel
Portia 21
Altavera
Aubra EQ
camrese Lo
Alesse 21
EContra One-Step
Aviane 21
Min-ovral 21 Tab
Backup Plan
Alysena 21
Fallback Solo
Laylaa 21
Trivora
Triphasil-21
Tyblume
Ashlyna
Sronyx
Lessina
Introvale
Contingency One
Lutera 21
EContra EZ
Laylaa 28
Opcicon One-Step
Ayuna
Jaimiess
Ovima 28
Quasense
Portia
Ithappenz Morning After
Camrese
Marlissa
Triquilar 28
Backup Plan Onestep
Amethyst
Indayo
Preven Tablets
AfterPlan
Portia 28
Audrina 21
Alesse 28
Myzilra
Emergency Contraceptive
Optionelle
Triphasil 21
Levonest
Morning After Pill
Triphasil 28 Tab
Dolishale
Falmina
Next Choice
LEADER Emergency Contraceptive Levonorgestrel
Falessa
Jaydess
Plan B One-Step
Quartette
Her style
Simpesse
Plan B
My Way
Audrina 28
Larissia
Morning After
Liletta
Preventeza
Mirena
Levonorgestrel Emergency Contraceptive
Vienva
My Choice TM
New Day
Econ Morning After
Levonorgetsrel and Ethinyl Estradiol
Contingency
Aviane
Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradoil
Option 2
Julie
Enpresse
Triphasil 28
After Banger
Quaterna
Lillow
Indication
**Emergency contraception** Levonorgestrel, in the single-agent emergency contraceptive form, is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy after the confirmed or suspected failure of contraception methods or following unprotected intercourse. It is distributed by prescription for patients under 17, and over the counter for those above this age.[L7760] This levonorgestrel-only form of contraception is not indicated for regular contraception and must be taken as soon as possible within 72 hours after intercourse.[A181976,L7760] It has shown a lower efficacy when it is used off label within 96 hours.[T659] **Long-term contraception or nonemergency contraception** In addition to the above indication in emergency contraception, levonorgestrel is combined with other contraceptives in contraceptive formulations designed for regular use, for example with ethinyl estradiol.[L7766] It is used in various hormone-releasing intrauterine devices for long-term contraception ranging for a duration of 3-5 years.[L7778,L7781,L7787] Product labeling for Mirena specifically mentions that it is recommended in women who have had at least 1 child and can be indicated for the prevention of pregnancy for up to 8 years.[L7778,L42950] A subdermal implant is also available for the prevention of pregnancy for up to 5 years.[L7823] **Hormone therapy and off-label uses** Levonorgestrel is prescribed in combination with estradiol as hormone therapy during menopause to manage vasomotor symptoms and to prevent osteoporosis.[L7805]Off-label, levonorgestrel may be used to treat menorrhagia, endometrial hyperplasia, and endometriosis.[T659]
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