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Levonorgestrel – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: MICROLUT
Strength: 30 mcg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 45.08
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Levonorgestrel

Class: | Progestin (synthetic progestogen) Use: | Contraception; emergency contraception; treatment of menstrual disorders Adult dose: | 30 mcg taken orally once daily at the same time each day Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in adolescents should be based on a healthcare provider's assessment Side effects: | Nausea, headache, breast tenderness, irregular menstrual bleeding, fatigue Contraindications: | Known or suspected pregnancy, hypersensitivity to levonorgestrel or any comp

Drug Class

Progestin (synthetic progestogen)

Uses & Indications

Contraception; emergency contraception; treatment of menstrual disorders

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Bayer Australia LTD, AUSTRALIA

Package Size

112s

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 45.08

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

30 mcg taken orally once daily at the same time each day

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in adolescents should be based on a healthcare provider's assessment

Side Effects

Nausea, headache, breast tenderness, irregular menstrual bleeding, fatigue

Contraindications & Precautions

Known or suspected pregnancy, hypersensitivity to levonorgestrel or any component of the formulation, active liver disease, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding

Important Warnings

May not be effective in women with a BMI over 30; does not protect against sexually transmitted infections; should not be used as a primary contraceptive method; consult a healthcare provider if missed doses occur or if experiencing severe abdominal pain or jaundice.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Levonorgestrel available in UAE pharmacies:

EZ-ONE 1.5 mg Tablets LEVOSERT 52 mg Intrauterine Implant System (Consumable) MICROLUT 30 mcg Tablets MIRENA 52 mg Intrauterine Implant System (Consumable) NAVELA 1.5 mg Tablets NORGESTON 30 mcg Tablets NORGESTON 30 mcg Tablets Nogestrel 1.5 mg Tablets

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See also: Other Progestin (synthetic progestogen) medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Desogestrel Desogestrel Desogestrel Desogestrel Dienogest Dienogest Dienogest Drospirenone

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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