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Can Levonorgestrel Be Used By A Lactating Mother?
Question: Hello,
I've a one year old baby and am still a lactating mother. We had intercourse 42 hours ago whic. Can I use Levonorgestrel 1.5mg contraceptive? Are there any side effects of using this?
I've a one year old baby and am still a lactating mother. We had intercourse 42 hours ago whic. Can I use Levonorgestrel 1.5mg contraceptive? Are there any side effects of using this?
Brief Answer:
Yes LNG can be used in your case.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam.
I understand your concern.
Levonorgestrel/LNG 1.5 mg can be used safely in your case.
There are no specific side effects either in the mother or the baby.
Also this drug has no evil effects on the quantity of milk produced by the mother.
Overall its safe to use LNG as an emergency contraceptive within 72 hours.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you
Yes LNG can be used in your case.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam.
I understand your concern.
Levonorgestrel/LNG 1.5 mg can be used safely in your case.
There are no specific side effects either in the mother or the baby.
Also this drug has no evil effects on the quantity of milk produced by the mother.
Overall its safe to use LNG as an emergency contraceptive within 72 hours.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you
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