What is Ella ?

Ella (ulipristal acetate) is an emergency contraceptive approved for use within 120 hours (five days) of unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. It works primarily by preventing or delaying ovulation, thereby reducing the chance of fertilization. Ella is available by prescription and is considered effective and safe for emergency contraception, though it is not intended for routine birth control use.

• Tiredness or dizziness
• Severe stomach pain
• Heavy bleeding or cramping
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

• Although this medicine is used to prevent pregnancy, you should know that this medicine could harm an unborn baby. If you think you have become pregnant, tell your doctor right away.
• This medicine may make your next monthly period early or late by a few days. If your next period is more than 1 week late, check with your doctor right away for a pregnancy test.
• Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed.
• Do not use any additional emergency pills (including levonorgestrel) within 5 days after taking this medicine.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
• Your regular birth control method including birth control pills, vaginal ring, or patch may not work as well while you are using this medicine. Do not start taking a hormonal contraceptive for at least 5 days after you take this medicine. You must use a barrier method (including a condom with spermicide, diaphragm, or contraceptive foam or jelly) until your next period.
• This medicine will not protect you from HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted infections.