My Way (Levonorgestrel) 1.5 mg Tablet – Generic For Plan B and Morning After Pill — Lupin Pharma — Over The Counter

Medication Summary

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Overview

My Way (levonorgestrel) 1.5 mg tablet is an emergency contraceptive used to reduce the chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex or after birth control failure. It is a backup method and should not be used as regular birth control.

It should be taken as soon as possible within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex, because the sooner it is taken, the better it may work. It mainly works by preventing ovulation, and it may also help prevent fertilization or attachment of a fertilized egg to the uterus.

Do not use My Way if you are already pregnant, and it will not protect against HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases. If you vomit within 2 hours after taking it, contact a healthcare professional to ask whether the dose should be repeated.

Storage Information

protected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if you did not use birth control). protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs Do not use if you are already pregnant (because it will not work) for regular birth control Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking efavirenz (HIV medication) or rifampin (tuberculosis treatment) or medication for seizures (epilepsy). store at 25°C (77°C); excursions permitted to 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°C) [see USP Controlled Room temperature]. Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Key Counseling Points

• Use for emergency contraception after unprotected sex or birth control failure.
• Take as soon as possible within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex.
• The sooner you take it, the better it may work.
• Do not use if you are already pregnant.
• This product does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs.
• Do not use for regular birth control.
• Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you take efavirenz, rifampin, or seizure medicine.
• Possible side effects include menstrual changes, nausea, lower stomach pain, tiredness, headache, dizziness, breast pain, and vomiting.
• If you vomit within 2 hours after taking it, call a healthcare professional to ask whether you should repeat the dose.
• Keep out of the reach of children.

Helpful Patient Education

My Way (levonorgestrel) 1.5 mg tablet is an emergency contraceptive used to help reduce the chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. It is a single-dose option meant for backup use, not regular birth control.

This product should be taken within 72 hours (3 days) after unprotected sex, and it may work by preventing ovulation. It does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases, and it should not be used if you are already pregnant.

Medication Summary last generated: 2026-07-05 11:36:15