Ulipristal acetate Benefits & Uses

Ulipristal acetate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Contraceptives

Ulipristal acetate Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Contraceptives Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: dose should be taken within 120 hours after unprotected intercourse or a known or suspected contraceptive failure

Ulipristal acetate Related Warnings

Is the use of Ulipristal acetate safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ulipristal acetate. It is best to stop taking Ulipristal acetate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ulipristal acetate safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Ulipristal acetate. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Ulipristal acetate on the Kidneys?

Ulipristal acetate can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ulipristal acetate on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Ulipristal acetate. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ulipristal acetate on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ulipristal acetate on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ulipristal acetate with Other Drugs

Ulipristal acetate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Ulipristal acetate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ulipristal acetate unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ulipristal acetate

Is this Ulipristal acetate habit forming or addictive?

Ulipristal acetate does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ulipristal acetate you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ulipristal acetate should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Ulipristal acetate for mental disorders.

No

Ulipristal acetate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ulipristal acetate

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Ulipristal acetate to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ulipristal acetate

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ulipristal acetate with alcohol.

Unknown