Postinor-2 is an emergency
contraceptive only. Postinor-2 is not
intended as a regular method of
contraception. It is used to prevent
pregnancy when taken within 72
hours of unprotected intercourse. It is
estimated that Postinor-2 will prevent
85% of expected pregnancies. 95%
of expected pregnancies will be
prevented if taken within the first 24
hours, declining to 58% if taken
between 48 hours and 72 hours after
unprotected intercourse.
It is not known whether Postinor-2 is
effective if taken more than 72 hours
after unprotected intercourse.
HOW TO TAKE POSTINOR 2
- Take one tablet as soon as possible
after unprotected intercourse.
- The
sooner that you take the tablet, the
more effective it is likely to be.
- It is
best to take it immediately after
you receive it. The first tablet
should be taken no later than 72
hours after intercourse.
- Take the
second tablet exactly 12 hours after
the first tablet.
