Athentia Next

Athentia Next (levonorgestrel) is a backup emergency contraceptive indicated for women 17 years of age and older to reduce chance of pregnancy after unprotected sex (if a contraceptive failed or if birth control was not used). Athentia Next should not be used if you are already pregnant (because it will not work), or as regular birth control. Athentia Next is available over-the-counter. Common side effects of Athentia Next include

• menstrual changes,
• nausea,
• stomach or lower abdominal pain,
• tiredness,
• headache,
• dizziness,
• breast pain, or
• vomiting

Athentia Next should be taken within 72 hours (3 days) after having had unprotected sex. The sooner a dose of Athentia Next is taken, the better the chance it will work. Athentia Next may interact with other drugs. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use. Athentia Next should not be used during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Our Athentia Next (levonorgestrel) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.