Levonelle Contraception
Levonelle Contraception - What is Levonelle?
Levonelle is an emergency contraceptive pill, also commonly known as the morning after pill. This is used to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. IT can also be used in the event of failed contraception or a missed pill. Levonelle contains the active ingredient levonorgestrel. This is a synthetic hormone which prevents ovulation.
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How to take Levonelle
Levonelle is a single dose pill which ideally needs to be taken as soon as possible following unprotected sex. It is most effective the sooner you take it, however, it can be taken any time within 3 days. The longer time you leave between taking the pill and unprotected sex, the less protection it can give you. The pill is very convenient as it can be taken with or without food.
Once you have taken Levonelle, it can affect your next menstrual period, by making it arrive earlier or later than usual. The morning after pill is also known to make periods lighter or sometimes heavier than normal. If you vomit within 3 hours of taking the morning after pill, you may need to take another on as soon as possible as it may not have had the chance to be absorbed by your body.
Are there any side effects?
Like all medications, Levonelle can cause side effects. Most side effects are usually temporary and can often be managed yourself. Some of the most common side effects can include:
- Nausea
- Headaches
- Tiredness
- Dizziness
- Abdominal cramps
- Breast tenderness
- Irregular menstrual cycle
It is also common for women to experience spotting or breakthrough bleeding after taking Levonelle. This is usually nothing to worry about and will improve within a few days. If you experience severe or unusual symptoms after taking the morning after pill, speak to a medical professional immediately.
Does Levonelle definitely work?
It is important to know that no emergency contraception will work 100%. Levonelle is well known to offer an effective and reliable form of emergency contraception when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex. Levonelle highly effective when taken within 12 hours, however, it can still help even if taken within 3 days. Levonelle is not be used as an ongoing form of contraceptive and should only be used in an emergency.
Is Levonelle suitable for everyone?
Levonelle is a great option for most women, as it is a suitable alternative for women who cannot use regular hormonal contraception. Here are se of the reasosn as to why Levonelle may not be suitable for you:
- If you are already pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- Liver problems
- Digestive issues which can affect absorption of the medication
- Allergic to levonorgestrel or any ingredients contained in the pill
How to order Levonelle
As an emergency contraception, ordering Levonelle online is quick and discreet. Our registered UK clinicians are available to provide professional guidance and ensure the treatment is best suited to your individual requirements. Levonelle can be delivered directly to your door in plain, discreet packaging, so you can have access emergency contraception from the comfort of your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
We are an online pharmacy service that offers access to free NHS contraception. It’s easy to request, manage, and receive your contraception at a time that suits you without the hassle of visiting your GP.
Yes. Under the NHS pharmacy contraception Service, your consultation and the treatment provided are completely free; there are no hidden charges or fees for the medication.
The service is available to all those that meet the NHS criteria for the contraception service in England. As part of the online consultation we will ask a few medical questions to assess your eligibility for this service and to make sure the treatment is suitable and safe for you.
We currently supply oral contraceptive pills, including initiation and ongoing treatment; we can also offer emergency oral contraception if appropriate.
No, our qualified prescribing team will assess your suitability and discuss what contraception offers are available after you fill in the short medical questionnaire and issue treatment accordingly.
You’ll complete a short, simple online questionnaire, covering information about your health, lifestyle and medical information. This aids our prescribers in making sure the contraception option selected is suitable for you. This should only take a few minutes to complete.
Written by Imran Lakhi
Independent Prescribing Pharmacist GPHC 2060586
Reviewed by date: 21/05/2026
Reviewed by Muhammedammar Patel
Pharmacist GPHC 2210444
Reviewed by date: 21/05/2026
Reference: www.nhs.uk