Is Levonelle® One Step suitable for me?

Medical conditions

Your pharmacist can only supply you with Levonelle® One Step after asking you certain questions. These questions are designed to check that you are suitable for this type of emergency contraception. Click here to see the questions the pharmacist will ask you.

You should not take Levonelle® One Step in the following circumstances:

  • You have had an allergic reaction to the progestogen 'levonorgestrel' contained in some contraceptives
  • You have a disease of the bowel/gut which causes malabsorption such as Crohn's Disease
  • You have severe liver disease
  • You are taking medication that might interact with Levonelle® One Step

If you are taking any other medication, you are ill at the moment or you have a long-term medical condition, be sure to tell your pharmacist, healthcare professional or family planning clinic before taking Levonelle® One Step and ask for advice on what to do next. If you can't take emergency hormonal contraception, please consult your doctor.

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