Ethinyl Estradiol and Levonorgestrel Emergency Contraception

Preven

... ETHINYL ESTRADIOL/LEVONORGESTREL (Preven®) products are effective as oral contraceptives (birth control pills or ''the pill''). These products combine natural or synthetic estrogens and progestins, similar to the natural sex hormones (estrogen and progesterone) produced in a woman''s body. Ethinyl estradiol is an estrogen and levonorgestrel is a progestin. These products can prevent ovulation and pregnancy. After consultation with a health care professional, this kit can be used under specific circumstances for emergency contraception within the 72 hours after unprotected sex. A generic emergency contraceptive kit is not yet available. ...