FAQ about emergency contraceptives and low-dose pills - Womens Healthcare Online, Tokyo, Japan

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Is it possible for an agent to make reservations and medical treatment?: Because it is a prescription drug, you need to be the person.

Do you need an insurance card etc.: This hospital is not necessary because it is a free medical treatment.

Is it possible for minors and students to prescribe?: It can be prescribed. Also, no parental consent form is required.

Is it possible for an agent or family member to pick up the item?: Basically it is possible, but you will need to receive it from the absence table. Please check here for details .

How long can I start taking pills and contraceptive?: The effect will appear after about the 8th day.

Does long-term pills make it harder to get pregnant?: Taking it does not make it harder to get pregnant.

What is the difference between low-dose pills and emergency contraceptives (after-pills)?: Both are intended for contraception, but there is a difference between taking them only once in an emergency or using them continuously to maintain the effect of contraception at all times.
Emergency contraceptives (after-pills) are used after sexual activity that has failed contraception (eg, condom torn or unwanted sexual activity).
Taking low-dose pills daily can provide a very high contraceptive effect. In addition, it can be expected to have secondary effects such as severe menstrual pain and improvement of skin quality.

What are low-dose pills?: Low-dose pills can be taken daily for contraceptive effects. By giving two types of female hormones, estrogen and progesterone, from the outside, it has the effect of suppressing ovulation and implantation. The effects of contraception are almost complete and more reliable than condoms and emergency contraceptives.

It seems that there are various types: The low-dose pills handled at this hospital are characterized by the fact that the active ingredient levonorgestrel (tricular and subsequent drug) is less likely to cause irregular bleeding and it is easy to create a stable cycle, and the active ingredient desogestrel (maveron and subsequent drug) is included. Drugs) have a high inhibitory effect on male hormones and are also effective in improving adult acne.

Should I choose 21 tablets or 28 tablets?: Both have the same purpose and effect. Low-dose pills have a "drug holiday" for 7 days after taking 21 days daily, with 28 tablets containing 7 harmless dummy drugs taken during that time. It is important to take the pill regularly, so if you are concerned about forgetting to take it, we recommend using the 28-tablet type.

Are there any side effects of low-dose pills?: Please contact us immediately if you have any rare symptoms of thrombosis (pain / swelling / numbness, shortness of breath, weakness / paralysis, dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, tangled tongue, etc.).
In addition, irregular bleeding may be seen by about 3 months after starting to take the medicine, but depending on the progress, the medicine may be changed.

Does the emergency contraceptive after-pill work?: If you take it 72 hours (within 3 days) after having sexual activity without contraception, you can prevent pregnancy with high probability.
* Pregnancy prevention rate 81% (domestic clinical results), 84% (overseas clinical results)
Unwanted sexual activity puts a heavy burden on both the body and mind. If you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us.

How does it work: The active ingredient, progesterone, acts to prevent the production of fertilized eggs regardless of before or after the day of ovulation, and to prevent implantation even if the fertilized eggs are established.

When do you drink after sexual activity: Take one after-pill within 72 hours after sexual activity, but it is better as soon as possible, ideally within 24 hours after sexual activity. It will be less effective if taken after 72 hours, but it can be used.

What is the cause of failure: After-pills begin to take effect 2-3 hours after taking them. If you have nausea and vomiting in the meantime, you may not be able to absorb enough of the ingredients and you may fail.
You may also fail if you have sexual activity immediately after taking the medicine (before the medicine begins to work).

Are there any side effects of after-pills?: The main side effects include abnormal bleeding, nausea, headache, breast tightness, irregular menstruation, somnolence, and lower abdominal pain. These often occur after 24 hours and usually improve gradually, but if it lasts for a long time, please contact us.