The aftermath of Postinor: reviews. Postinor: application

"Postinor" at the moment refers to the most popular drugs to prevent the onset of unwanted pregnancy. Among the female half of the population, because of its properties and specific uses, it was called a remedy that interrupts pregnancy "the next morning." In developed countries, as a contraceptive "Postinor" is not used, this drug is prescribed only after consulting a specialist and is dispensed at pharmacy points strictly according to prescription because of its insecurity. In our country, the drug can be bought in any pharmacy freely if it is available in the range, and in its absence, make an order, and in the shortest time it will appear on the counter of the pharmacy. The drug is used as an emergency prophylaxis of unwanted pregnancy, it is not used for continuous reception. But some women have found "Postinor" application on an ongoing basis as a method of contraception.

Preparation "Postinor" - pharmacological properties

The drug has progestogen, anti-estrogen and contraceptive properties, therefore, it works in three ways:

• Blocks the exit of the already matured ovum from the ovary to the fallopian tubes, as a result of which fertilization does not occur with the spermatozoon;
• In the case of accomplished ovulation and fertilization, it does not allow the fertilized egg to be implanted into the walls of the uterus by changing the composition of the endometrium, as a result it becomes friable and the egg can not attach to it;
• Changes the composition of cervical mucus, as a result of which it becomes viscous, the speed of spermatozoa decreases, they can not penetrate into the uterine cavity, hence the process of fertilization does not occur.

If the fertilized egg still attached to the walls of the uterus, the drug becomes ineffective.

In what forms is the medicine released?

This drug is available in a single form - tableted. Tablets are oval in shape, white or milky. One tablet contains 0.75 mg of active ingredient - levonorgestrel - an artificial hormone and other additional substances (silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, talc, corn starch, potato starch, lactose monohydrate). In one cardboard box there is one blister, in which there are two tablets.

Indications for use of the drug

It is accepted only in those cases when the sexual act was forced and unprotected or when the condom was mechanically damaged in order to prevent unwanted pregnancy. It is not recommended to take this medication regularly, as its negative effect on the body leads to hormonal changes in the future and threatens with infertility, which is hardly treatable.

The effectiveness of Postinor

The effectiveness of the drug is an average of about 85% and depends on several factors, such as the correctness of taking the medicine and the time that passed after sexual intercourse. If no more than 24 hours have elapsed since the sexual intercourse was completed, the effectiveness of the drug reaches 95%, if not more than 48 hours - 85%, if more than 48 hours and 72 hours - less than 58%.

What is dangerous about the drug?

Like all hormonal drugs, Postinor has a number of side effects. Most Frequent:

• Allergic reactions - rash, itching, swelling of Quincke;
• General symptoms - subfebrile temperature, chills, sweating, a feeling of heat, weakness, lethargy, pain in the lower abdomen;
• On the part of the digestive system - nausea, vomiting, stool (diarrhea);
• From the central nervous system - headache, dizziness, irritability;
• On the part of the reproductive system - intermenstrual bleeding, engorgement of the mammary glands, tenderness, the appearance of excretions when pressing on the nipples, in girls who took the "Postinor", the delay in menstruation may be 5-7 days, there may also be amenorrhea - lack of menstruation, which later Can lead to infertility;
• Hormonal disorders - haemorrhage in the male type (the appearance of hair on the face);
• Violation of carbohydrate and fat metabolism (body weight may either decrease or increase);
• Increase the likelihood of developing an ectopic pregnancy.

Estimating the consequences of Postinor, many women leave negative reviews, because the drug should be taken very carefully.

How to take it?

Reception "Postinor" is carried out as soon as possible after the unprotected sexual intercourse. During the first 48 hours, one tablet of the drug should be taken orally, without chewing, with a small amount of water. 12 to 16 hours after taking the first pill, you must take a second, but not later than 72 hours after sexual intercourse. In case of vomiting within 2 - 3 hours after taking the medicine, one more tablet is taken. "Postinor" can be used on any day of the menstrual cycle. If there is irregularity of the menstrual cycle, then before taking the medication it is necessary to exclude the presence of pregnancy. It is undesirable to take the drug more than once in one menstrual cycle. After taking "Postinor" until the onset of menstruation during sexual acts, it is necessary to use barrier methods of contraception, such as a cervical cap or condom.

What can be the menacing consequences of taking Postinor?

As a consequence of taking the drug, excessive uterine bleeding can develop as a result of an increase in the blood of the hormone progestogen and a change in the thickness of the endometrium. The occurrence of bleeding should serve as a signal for seeking qualified medical care.

Another very dangerous side effect of the drug is an increase in blood clotting, which can lead to blood clot thrombosis. Occlusion is partial - with incomplete closure of the lumen of the vessels, and complete. In this case, the probability of developing ischemic stroke with various kinds of paralysis and paresis is great.

In some cases, thrombi formed may break away and thromboembolism of the pulmonary artery may occur , which can lead to cerebral hemorrhage, sometimes with a fatal outcome. The consequences of Postinor, the testimonies of women testify to this, are very dangerous, so you should not take this medicine lightly.

To whom is the drug contraindicated?

Interruption of pregnancy "Postinorom" is contraindicated in a number of diseases and conditions of the body. The main ones are:

• Diseases of the liver and biliary tract with impaired functions (hepatic failure) due to the fact that the liver metabolizes the hormone;
• Age of girls under 16 years - due to the negative impact on the development of the female hormonal system;
• Pregnancy - due to a negative effect on the fetus;
• Lactation period - because of the high probability of getting into breast milk and affecting the baby;
• Individual sensitivity to the active and auxiliary substances;
• Uterine bleeding of unknown origin - due to an increase in their duration;
• Any infectious diseases of the genitourinary system (in particular, we are talking about genital herpes);
• A violation of the enzymatic activity of the gastrointestinal tract, when the process of absorption of glucose, galactose is disturbed;
• Cancer of any organ - because of the probability of accelerating the growth of the tumor and the appearance of metastases;
• Disturbance in the work of the circulatory system, when there is a tendency to increased thrombosis;
• Crohn's disease - due to a decrease in absorption and absorption of the drug and, as a consequence, a decrease in the effectiveness of the drug;
• Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum - because of the high likelihood of gastric hemorrhage.

Features of the course of the monthly after "Postinor"

The flow of the monthly, their very appearance, says a lot. With their appearance, we can conclude that there is a pregnancy. But this can also indicate any violations in this area. There are two variants of menstrual irregularity after application of the drug:

1. Monthly after "Postinor" may be delayed up to one week (in cases where more than two weeks have elapsed and the months have not begun, the gynecologist should be contacted immediately, as this may indicate pregnancy or result from the negative effect of the drug on the female body) , Sometimes there is amenorrhea - the absence of menstruation, which leads to infertility;
2. Severe uterine bleeding, which is a signal for treatment in a medical institution.

At what violations of the menstrual cycle, "Postinor" can not be used?

There are a number of violations of the menstrual cycle, in which the drug is not categorically allowed:

• Abundant and prolonged periods;
• Spotting in the middle of the cycle ;
• Discharge of brown color from the cervical canal instead of the monthly ones;
• Bleeding from the uterine cavity;
• Soreness in menstruation;
• Irregular menstrual cycle.

"Postinor" price

The cost of the drug depends on which pharmacy or pharmacy network is being sold. For those wishing to purchase Postinor, the price ranges from 228 to 281 rubles per package with two 0.75 mg tablets. The cost of the drug may vary depending on the region where you buy it. Also the price is different in pharmacy chains. In general, the drug is one of the available medical devices for different segments of the population.

The aftermath of Postinor - reviews

Many women, despite the effects of this drug, have used it and continue to use it. There are different views on the application and consequences of Postinor. Reviews about this medical product are ambiguous. Some argue that the artificial hormone really helps, others are not sure of it. According to women, Postinor, whose price is relatively low, is not always effective in preventing unwanted pregnancies. On the contrary, in some cases it can only strengthen it.

There is evidence that the drug can postpone the periods of the month. But this is not scientific information, so using it for these purposes is very unsafe. The aftermath of Postinor, women's testimonies testify to this, may be exacerbated as a result of the non-investigation of instructions. Sometimes women, having a great fear of pregnancy, can drink tablets, forgetting about the rules of use. It is worth "pull yourself together", focus on your condition and try to protect your health. There may appear a scanty period after the Postinor. This is not an indicator of a pregnancy that has already come, this phenomenon may indicate the occurrence of side effects from the drug.

"Postinor," the use of which is not a panacea for the onset of pregnancy, affects the health of women. To prevent pregnancy, you can protect yourself by other means, such as a condom, then there is no risk of side effects of the drug.