Ulipristal Acetate 30mg

Ulipristal Acetate 30mg

£30.00

Ulipristal Acetate is an emergency contraceptive pill designed to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. It contains Ulipristal Acetate 30 mg and can be taken up to 120 hours (5 days) after intercourse, making it one of the most effective oral emergency contraceptive options available when taken as soon as possible.

It works by delaying or inhibiting ovulation, reducing the chance of fertilisation even when taken close to the time ovulation would normally occur.

Key Features of Ulipristal Acetate Emergency Contraception

✔ Effective up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex
✔ Contains Ulipristal Acetate 30 mg
✔ Works by delaying ovulation
✔ More effective than levonorgestrel when taken later
✔ Single-dose tablet taken once

Ulipristal Acetate is intended for one-off emergency use only and is not a regular contraceptive method. Star Pharmacy supplies genuine Ulipristal Acetate emergency contraception with discreet packaging, pharmacist support, and fast UK delivery when timing is critical.

What is Ulipristal Acetate?

Ulipristal Acetate is an emergency contraceptive pill used to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure, such as a missed pill or condom breakage. It contains Ulipristal Acetate 30 mg, a selective progesterone receptor modulator that works by delaying or preventing ovulation. Unlike daily contraceptive pills, Ulipristal Acetate is a single-dose treatment taken only when needed. It can be taken within 120 hours (5 days) of unprotected intercourse and remains effective later in the cycle than some other emergency contraceptive pills. Ulipristal Acetate does not terminate an existing pregnancy and does not affect future fertility. It is a well-established option for women who need highly effective, short-term emergency contraception.

What are the key benefits of Ulipristal Acetate?

✔ Single-dose emergency contraception taken only when needed ✔ Effective up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex ✔ Works by delaying ovulation to help prevent pregnancy ✔ More effective than levonorgestrel when taken after 72 hours ✔ Does not affect future fertility ✔ No daily hormone intake required Each pack contains one tablet for one-time use. Ulipristal Acetate is supplied following pharmacist assessment and should be taken as soon as possible for best effectiveness.

Ulipristal Acetate is designed for women who need emergency contraception after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. It is a short-term solution and not intended for regular contraception.

Ulipristal Acetate may be right for you if you:

Have had unprotected sex or contraceptive failure
Including missed pills, condom breakage, or sex without contraception. Ulipristal Acetate helps reduce the risk of pregnancy when taken promptly.

Need emergency contraception up to 5 days after sex
It remains effective longer than levonorgestrel-based pills, especially between 72 and 120 hours.

Want one of the most effective oral emergency options
Clinical evidence shows Ulipristal Acetate is more effective than levonorgestrel when taken later.

Prefer a single-tablet, one-time treatment
Only one tablet is required, with no repeat dose unless advised.

Are aged 16 years and over
Suitable for adult women following pharmacist assessment.

Not suitable for:

  • Women who are already pregnant
  • Those with severe asthma treated with oral glucocorticoids
  • Women taking medicines that reduce effectiveness, such as enzyme-inducing epilepsy or tuberculosis treatments
  • Those who cannot safely take Ulipristal Acetate

Before using Ulipristal Acetate, always read the patient information leaflet carefully and follow pharmacist guidance.

  • For emergency use only, not regular contraception
  • Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
  • Store below 25 °C and keep out of reach of children

Specific Warnings:

  • Do not use if you are already pregnant
  • Effectiveness may be reduced by enzyme-inducing medicines
  • Vomiting within 3 hours of taking the tablet may reduce effectiveness
  • Hormonal contraception should be avoided for 5 days after use
  • If your next period is more than 7 days late or unusual, take a pregnancy test
  • Breastfeeding women should seek advice, as temporary interruption of breastfeeding may be required.

Ulipristal Acetate is a single-dose emergency contraceptive for use after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.

Single-Dose Use:

  • Take one tablet as soon as possible after unprotected sex
  • Can be taken within 120 hours (5 days)
  • Swallow the tablet whole with water
  • Can be taken with or without food

Timing Matters:

  • The sooner Ulipristal Acetate is taken, the more effective it is
  • Effectiveness remains higher than levonorgestrel later in the cycle

After Taking Ulipristal Acetate:

  • Use barrier contraception (such as condoms) until your next period
  • Ulipristal Acetate does not provide ongoing contraception

Active Ingredient:

Ulipristal Acetate 30 mg
A selective progesterone receptor modulator that works by delaying or inhibiting ovulation to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex.

Other Ingredients:

  • Lactose monohydrate
  • Povidone
  • Croscarmellose sodium
  • Magnesium stearate

Like all medicines, Ulipristal Acetate may cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them. Most are mild and temporary.

Common side effects include:

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain or cramps
  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Breast tenderness
  • Changes to your next period

Uncommon side effects include:

  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Mood changes
  • Back pain
  • Pelvic pain

Rare side effects include:

  • Allergic reactions such as rash or swelling
  • Severe abdominal pain

If vomiting occurs within 3 hours of taking the tablet, seek advice about repeating the dose. Always consult a healthcare professional if side effects persist or worsen.

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Ulipristal Acetate is used as emergency contraception to help prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. It is effective when taken within 120 hours (5 days).

It works by delaying or inhibiting ovulation through modulation of progesterone receptors, reducing the chance of fertilisation.

No. Plan B contains levonorgestrel and is effective up to 72 hours, while Ulipristal Acetate works up to 5 days and is generally more effective later in the cycle.

Neither. Ulipristal Acetate is a selective progesterone receptor modulator and does not contain estrogen or progesterone hormones.

It may interact with certain medicines, cannot be used with recent hormonal contraception, and does not protect against STIs or provide ongoing contraception.

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