Athena Tablet 30 mg contains Ulipristal Acetate, a medication used for emergency contraception. It is designed to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sexual intercourse or contraceptive failure, such as a broken condom or missed birth control pills.

Emergency contraception is intended for situations where regular contraceptive methods were not used or did not work properly. Athena Tablet works by delaying or inhibiting ovulation, which prevents the release of an egg from the ovary. Without ovulation, fertilization cannot occur, thereby reducing the chance of pregnancy.

Athena Tablet is most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse, but it can still work if taken within up to 120 hours (5 days) after the event. It provides women with an additional opportunity to prevent unintended pregnancy when primary contraception fails.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Composition

Each tablet contains:

• Ulipristal Acetate 30 mg

The tablet is intended for oral administration and should be taken according to medical guidance or product instructions.

Mechanism of Action

Ulipristal Acetate belongs to a group of medicines called selective progesterone receptor modulators (SPRMs). These medicines act by interacting with progesterone receptors in the body.

Progesterone is a hormone that plays a crucial role in regulating the menstrual cycle and ovulation. By blocking or modifying the effects of progesterone, Ulipristal Acetate can delay or inhibit ovulation even when the luteinizing hormone surge has already begun.

This mechanism helps prevent the release of an egg from the ovary, which means that fertilization by sperm cannot occur. If ovulation is successfully delayed until sperm are no longer viable in the reproductive tract, the likelihood of pregnancy is significantly reduced.

It is important to note that emergency contraceptive pills do not terminate an existing pregnancy and are not intended for use as regular contraception.

Indications

Athena Tablet 30 mg is indicated for:

• Emergency contraception following unprotected sexual intercourse

• Contraceptive failure, such as a broken or slipped condom

• Missed oral contraceptive pills

• Sexual assault when pregnancy prevention is desired

This medication should be used only when emergency contraception is required, not as a routine birth control method.

Dosage and Administration

Athena Tablet should be taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse.

General instructions include:

• Take one tablet (30 mg) orally with water.

• It can be taken with or without food.

• The tablet should ideally be taken within 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected intercourse.

• If vomiting occurs within 3 hours of taking the tablet, another dose may be required.

For maximum effectiveness, it is recommended to take the medication as early as possible.

Benefits

Athena Tablet provides several important benefits:

• Helps prevent unintended pregnancy after unprotected sex

• Effective for up to 5 days after intercourse

• Single-dose oral tablet for convenience

• Works even close to ovulation compared to some other emergency contraceptives

• Provides an important backup method when regular contraception fails

These benefits make it a reliable option for emergency pregnancy prevention.

Possible Side Effects

Some women may experience mild side effects after taking Athena Tablet. Common side effects include:

• Headache

• Nausea

• Abdominal pain

• Fatigue

• Dizziness

• Menstrual changes or delayed period

Most side effects are temporary and resolve without treatment. However, if menstruation is delayed by more than a week, a pregnancy test may be recommended.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Precautions

Before taking Athena Tablet, women should inform their healthcare provider if they have:

• Known or suspected pregnancy

• Severe liver disease

• Unexplained vaginal bleeding

• Allergy to Ulipristal Acetate

Athena Tablet should not be used as a regular contraceptive method, and reliable contraception should be used for future sexual activity.

Breastfeeding women should consult a healthcare professional before using this medication.

Storage

Store Athena Tablet at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight. Keep the medicine in its original packaging and out of reach of children.