Preventing pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse or suspected birth control failure. Emcon is a progestin. Exactly how it works is not known. It may prevent pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation, altering transport of sperm or eggs to prevent fertilization, or altering the lining of the uterus to prevent implantation if fertilization occurs.
Important safety information:
Emcon may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Emcon with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you Emcon to it.
Emcon is an emergency contraceptive. It should not be used for routine birth control. If you have sexual intercourse after you take Emcon but before you have your next menstrual period, be sure to use an effective form of contraception, such as a diaphragm or condom.
Emcon does not protect against HIV infection and other sexually transmitted diseases.
If your normal menstrual period is late by more than 1 week, call your doctor right away.
Diabetes patients - Emcon may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Emcon should not be used in CHILDREN who have not had their first menstrual period; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Emcon will not end an existing pregnancy. Do not use Emcon if you are pregnant. Emcon is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Emcon, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Emcon side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Breast tenderness; changes in menstrual flow; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; nausea; stomach pain; tiredness; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; severe and persistent lower stomach pain; spotting instead of your usual period.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Emcon be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Emcon?
Use Emcon as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
An extra patient leaflet is available with Emcon. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
Take Emcon as soon as possible within 72 hours after suspected birth control failure or after you have unprotected sexual intercourse. Follow the directions provided by your doctor.
Emcon can be used any time during the menstrual cycle.
If vomiting occurs within 2 hours after taking Emcon, talk with your health care provider to discuss whether to repeat that dose.
A physical exam is not needed before taking Emcon. If you are unsure about your general health or pregnancy status, a follow-up physical or pelvic exam may be needed after taking Emcon.
If you miss a dose of Emcon, contact your doctor right away.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Emcon.
Who should not take Emcon?
Some medical conditions may interact with Emcon. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of ectopic pregnancy or you are premenstrual
if you have diabetes
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Emcon. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Lamotrigine because its effectiveness is decreased, and when Emcon is stopped, toxic effects, such as nausea, dizziness, and vision problems may occur
Antifungals, aprepitant, barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital), bosentan, carbamazepine, felbamate, griseofulvin, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, indinavir), hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), modafinil, nevirapine, oxcarbazepine, penicillins (eg, amoxicillin), rifampin, rufinamide, St. John's wort, tetracyclines (eg, doxycycline), topiramate, or troglitazone because they may decrease levonorgestrel's effectiveness
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because their actions and the risk of their side effects may be increased or decreased by Emcon
Beta-adrenergic blockers (eg, metoprolol), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), selegiline, theophylline, or troleandomycin because their actions and the risk of their side effects may be increased by Emcon
Valproic acid because its effectiveness may be decreased by Emcon
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Emcon may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Emcon be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Emcon be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Emcon, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Emcon. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yet
One patient reported side effects
Does the Emcon Have Any Side Effects? Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about It has side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Emcon. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Emcon.
Patients
%
It has side effects
1
100.0%
Two patients reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Emcon is Worth It? Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Emcon medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
Patients
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Expensive
1
50.0%
Not expensive
1
50.0%
Eight patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Emcon? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Emcon should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
%
Once in a day
5
62.5%
Twice in a day
2
25.0%
3 times in a day
1
12.5%
Five patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Emcon May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
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51-100mg
2
40.0%
1-5mg
1
20.0%
11-50mg
1
20.0%
6-10mg
1
20.0%
Eight patients reported time for results
How long will I use Emcon before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 day and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Emcon. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Emcon kindly click here
Patients
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1 day
2
25.0%
3 days
2
25.0%
2 days
1
12.5%
5 days
1
12.5%
2 weeks
1
12.5%
1 week
1
12.5%
Two patients reported administration
When is the best condition to take Emcon: Before or after food? Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Emcon is best taken at Empty stomach. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
Patients
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Empty stomach
1
50.0%
Before food
1
50.0%
Twelve patients reported age
Patients
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16-29
12
100.0%
Patient reviews
Mashfiq Hasan
17 Jul 2015 16:52
I have two questions... 1. If i buy a emcon emergency pill and store it in my house untill the expiry date and whenever between the expiry date, i feel that me and my wife have unprotected sex then i give her the pill, will there be any problem. 2. If i store a emcon emergency pill in closed drawer, almira e.t.c where there is no or less air and light, in these atmosphere can a pill be damaged or any othe defects Plz let me know. Thank you.